Texas bomb threat exemplifies the importance of timely messaging
Thankfully, the incident was a hoax and no one was hurt, but many are saying the University should use the incident as a learning experience and adjust its emergency broadcast policies, particularly those concerning text alerts.
Suicide risks alleviated by SMS messaging
Today, as part of the new national strategy for suicide prevention, those at risk are able to sign up for a service that allows communication via text message.
Maryland launching 911 texting service
However, due to the decline of phone calls and rise of modern communication techniques such as SMS text messaging, dispatchers are being trained to receive emergency reports via new methods.
New York public schools implements text alert service
As public schools opened in New York City this week, mayor Michael Bloomberg launched a new text message service to assist students’ parents.
Canada finds success with SMS AMBER alert program
In addition to sending P2P messages and receiving marketing and promotional texts, Canadians are also using SMS messaging to receive alerts designed to promote safety in the community.
When sending out bulk SMS messages, make sure the information is correct
However, the nature of the service also generates a number of risks, and companies sending out these messages must ensure that the information conveyed is accurate and that it reflects positively on the sender.
SMS messaging promotes student safety
By the end of the 2000s, nearly every student had a mobile phone, most had smartphones and everyone was able to send and receive SMS text messages.
SMS text messaging allows citizens to keep their streets clean
As citizens walk the streets of their towns and cities, they need to know that their elected officials are doing all they can to maintain sanitary conditions. In one UK town, citizens can now do their part by reporting any public hazards found via SMS text messaging.
Utility company sends text message alerts during blackouts
Illinois-based electric provider ComEd is doing its part by sending out text alerts during power outages.
