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911inform, a pioneer in comprehensive emergency response solutions, proudly announces that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has officially designated its innovative emergency management platform as a Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technology (QATT) under the Support Anti-Terrorism by Fostering Effective Technologies (SAFETY) Act. This prestigious designation recognizes 911inform's critical role in enhancing public safety and its ability to prevent, detect, and deter acts of terrorism. SAFETY Act designation Verified user feedback is reviewed to ensure the technology meets the highest standards of safety Technologies awarded the SAFETY Act Designation undergo a thorough assessment process, including independent system performance testing, real-world operational effectiveness evaluations, and a detailed review of quality control procedures. Verified user feedback is also reviewed to ensure the technology meets the highest standards of safety and effectiveness.  “We are honored to receive the SAFETY Act designation, solidifying 911inform’s reputation as a pioneer in emergency management technology," said Ivo Allen, Founder and CEO of 911inform. Cloud-based platform Allen added: "This recognition underscores our commitment to developing technology that improves emergency response and mitigates the risk of school-related violence. It further proves 911inform is a trusted partner for government agencies, schools, and private organizations nationwide.” 911inform’s cloud-based platform provides advanced capabilities like 9-1-1 call location discovery, situational awareness, and event management. It is designed to support school staff, first responders, and emergency personnel in managing and responding to a range of crises—from everyday emergencies to large-scale events. Effective anti-terrorism technologies SAFETY Act encourages the advancement and use of effective anti-terrorism technologies Key features include precise caller location identification, instant notifications, detailed floor plans, and connected building, door, and camera controls. The SAFETY Act, established under the Homeland Security Act of 2002, encourages the advancement and use of effective anti-terrorism technologies by providing support and liability protections for companies that develop and commercialize these innovations. The designation is valid through September 2029. 911inform’s technology 911inform’s technology is utilized in all 50 states and over 12,000 buildings and schools, delivering immediate response to emergencies with its all-encompassing toolkit. The platform has been shown to reduce a school’s average complete lockdown time from 20 minutes to just 50 seconds and has saved seven lives.  The platform is available to a range of institutions, including schools, universities, public organizations, and businesses across various industries.

911inform, the only notification and security management platform that bridges the gap between first responders and organizations, announces it has received major federal and state security certifications to solidify its standing as a pioneer in security management. The certifications, including SOC 2 Type 2, FedRAMP Ready, and the globally recognized ISO 27001, signal that the platform has the highest standards of cybersecurity, confidentiality, and data integrity. It is the only platform of its kind to receive all seven certifications. Information security practices "911inform has made tremendous strides in our commitment to information security practices. Protecting client and employee data remains our number one priority while ensuring 911 emergency communications are delivered to first responders reliably, and securely,” said Mike Kirilenko, Chief Security Officer at 911inform. The security certifications include: SOC 2 Type 2 - An independent audit via the American Institute of Certified Public Accountant's proved 911inform's integration of security controls over a period of 12 months protects client confidentiality, data integrity, and availability. ISO 27001 - The international IT standard solidifies 911inform’s security practices, policies and implementation across the enterprise as well as its established procedures to manage data and information entrusted by its customers. National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework (NIST CSF) - 911inform has adopted the US Department of Commerce’s framework to reduce IT infrastructure security risk across its enterprise. Center for Internet Security (CIS) Critical Security Controls - 911inform has implemented CIS Critical Security Controls, ensuring the highest standards of cybersecurity and protecting the company, its customers, and its platform from cyber attacks. Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) Ready - Federal Security standard that gives 911inform the ability to do business with federal government entities, such as military bases, research institutes, and other government agencies. AZRAMP and TXRAMP - 911inform has exceeded the state security standards that are required to do business with government entities in Arizona and Texas. Precise caller location identification Security and data privacy are our top priorities and we attribute these certifications" “We are proud to be a trusted partner for government agencies, first responders, and other organizations across the U.S. to allow for a faster, more accurate, and more secure solution to emergency events. Security and data privacy are our top priorities and we attribute these certifications to our dedicated IT team,” said Ivo Allen, CEO of 911inform. The company’s platform delivers immediate response to emergencies with an all-encompassing emergency toolkit including precise caller location identification, connected building controls, and a detailed notification system to save valuable time in an emergency event. 911inform’s technology is available to individuals, public organizations, and businesses in a wide range of industries including public municipalities, educational services, medical facilities, places of worship, sporting events, hotels, and restaurants.

911inform, the only notification and security management platform that bridges the gap between first responders and organizations, announced the expansion of its Location Discovery Solution (LDS) for legacy enterprise telephone systems across the U.S. The 911inform LDS solution provides RAY BAUM’s Act §506 compliant functionality in existing telephone systems while protecting their investment. The 911inform Legacy solution was originally released for Panasonic but is available on U.S. platforms in use by organizations providing compliance as required under the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations Title 47 language in effect.  RAY BAUM'S Act §506 The RAY BAUM'S Act §506 requires organizations of all types that operate Multi-Line Telephone Systems to provide critical dispatchable location information to Emergency Communication Center / Public Safety Answering Points (ECC/PSAPs) whenever emergency calls are made from an MLTS phone system. Compliant systems must also deliver a Dispatchable Location, both on-site and to the ECC/PSAP that includes a validated street address and additional information that can be used to locate the caller such as apartment number, floor, room, or other information relevant to the caller.  LDS solution We’re thrilled to expand access to our technology so organizations across the U.S. can promote safer workplaces" “We’re thrilled to expand access to our technology so organizations across the U.S. can promote safer workplaces and community spaces,” said 911inform’s CEO, Ivo Allen. “Our mission at 911inform is to solve the critical problems our customers face every day. Our LDS solution is another example of the power of our technology and we look forward to ensuring the RAY BAUM’s Act §506 compliance for our customers.” IP communications protocol The RAY BAUM’s Act §506 is a critical piece of legislation for public safety, but implementation can be challenging to manage and a financial burden to update using traditional services. The 911inform solution bypasses these issues using Next Generation 911 constructs. LDS simplifies the management, maintaining system compliance while feeding precise 9-1-1 caller location information directly to ECC/PSAPs through new modern IP communications protocols openly available in the marketplace.