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.
NIH using text messages for several health information projects
According to a recent article from the Washington Free Beacon, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is in the middle of a project aimed at helping alcoholics through text messaging.
Fighting diabetes with text messages
According to an article from NDTV Gadgets, a new system could use text messages to help combat diabetes.
Amber alert text message system spreads
Text message amber alerts are being used by more companies.
Virginia power company adds text message alert system
A recent article from the News Virginian profiled a new service that is being rolled out by Dominion Virginia Power.
Text message 911 service adopted by big four
According to an article from ABC News, the four major wireless carriers in the United States – AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon – have started hosting support for text message 911 in areas where dispatchers are equipped to receive message.
North Texas agencies adopting text 911 services
According to a recent article from The Dallas Morning News, many North Texas public safety agencies have started incorporating text messages as a way to add another avenue for residents to reach out for help.
Using text messages to avoid traffic
The Lake Charles Police Department is using text messages to alert residents of heavy traffic areas and emergencies.
College Station school district deploys text message alert system
According to a recent article from The Eagle, a newspaper in College Station, Texas, the local school district has launched a notification system for parents that will send out text message alerts in the case of an emergency.
