University of Lafayette uses text message alert system to warn students of bomb threat
The University of Lafayette considers its text message alert system a success after it helped warn students of a bomb threat.
The right text message is key
An SMS service provider can provide the tools, but without the right words, it will fall on deaf ears.
Officials praise efficacy of text alerts for weather emergencies
While text alerts have been praised for their ability to warn residents of severe weather, the attention also highlights their ability to rapidly market to a wide audience.
The internet of things and an SMS gateway service can improve internal data sharing
In many instances, enhanced data sharing is being facilitated by the development of two innovative technologies: SMS services and the internet of things.