“We welcome this type of technology." Getting that information out to our officers, as well as staff at the school, and getting everyone on the same page quickly is incredibly helpful to law enforcement during a crisis."
Here are some of the major differences between a DEDICATED HARDWARE solution, that ASR offers, vs all other app only based products.
Reflex & Muscle Memory During a Life-Threatening Event
Studies have proven that performing simple tasks, such as entering your passcode into your phone, then dialing 911 can be nearly impossible for most people when their lives and those around them are in danger.
Now, imagine unlocking your phone, then scrolling to find the app that you never use, opening it, then scrolling through the long list of options, locating the type of emergency that pertains to your situation, then entering in the number of fields required to identify & validate your request for emergency response.
All of this is under the assumption that your mobile device is on your person at the start of the event.
Note: ASR offers a mobile application as a complement to our comprehensive system. End-users can purchase the application as a stand-alone system, but we strongly encourage the app be used as a compliment to our comprehensive options.
Vulnerabilities with Connectivity and False Alarms
Apps are fully dependent on WIFI or cellular for connectivity. Because of this, reliability can quickly become an issue. After you’ve sent your message to law enforcement, how are you sure that it was received and taken seriously? Does dispatch first try to contact the location and verify before sending police? Ultimately slowing down response time. ASR utilizes both, Cellular and Hard-Wired broadband connections to Communicate events.
When a facility has hundreds of employees &/or students with an arsenal of emergency buttons in their pocket (apps), accidental activation is inevitable. People & police can become “numb” to alerts from these sources after too often being used to either, falsely report incidents, or report incidents that are less than life-threatening. ASR does offer a phone application for our alert systems, but we strongly encourage it be used in conjunction with our comprehensive offering.
Laws are Quickly Changing with Life-Saving Alert Devices
Life-saving alert devices for situations where a facility is under attack are quickly becoming mandatory in many buildings. And while some areas are applauding apps as an effective solution, as these laws spread from state-to-state, the requirements are likely not going to be satisfied by an app-only solution.
It is reasonable to assume that laws will be similar to some bills that have already passed, that require a dedicated hardware solution like ASR. Ultimately, facilities that invest in low-budget, less-effective app-only solutions, will soon be forced to re-invest in the proper equipment that will satisfy these needs.
ASR offers the best critical incident response technology solution in the industry. Our reliable and redundant methods of alerting persons who are in danger, as well as providing the fastest notification to law enforcement by communicating directly with police dispatch are not matched.
The ASR Critical Incident Response Technology Solution is the Most Reliable Alert Notification System on the Market. There is No Superior Solution.
ASR strongly believes that having dedicated hardware that is readily available and easy to operate is KEY when it comes to life-saving tools.
By utilizing dedicated sirens & strobes (combined with optional alerts on mobile devices), the situation is clear to anyone. And the response time is going to be incomparably faster and more reliable.
Note: ASR offers a mobile application as a complement to our comprehensive system.
In response to the current crisis, with the leadership of our very own Adam Smith and John Discepolo, ASR has expanded our reach nationally. We are pleased to announce that, in line with social-distancing, we have developed and constructed a virtual demonstration platform. This will allow us to provide interactive demonstrations so that your organization can make decisions today for the safety of tomorrow.
It is part of our DNA to promote safety and we are determined to save time and lives while still being socially responsible during this pandemic.
“We welcome this type of technology." Getting that information out to our officers, as well as staff at the school, and getting everyone on the same page quickly is incredibly helpful to law enforcement during a crisis."
It's been great to work with the ASR Team. Having the Threat Alert System installed has provided another important layer of security to our organization. Thank you Team ASR and special thanks to the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office!
Our Security and Medical teams can now respond within seconds of an emergency thanks to the ASR Alert System. Great concept and we are glad to have it at Admirals Cove.
“Working with the ASR team was easy and fast! They not only trained our staff, but also helped us gain a better understanding of where we needed help. Just knowing that we can now protect our students with the simple press of a button... is fantastic!”
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Academy puts the safety of our students & staff at the highest priority. ASR Alert Systems provides us the enhanced safety communications that we believe will save lives. Their team provided stellar consultation & customized options throughout our campus. Their expertise is unmatched!
“Having this layer of protection puts our school ahead of the pack. Knowing that we now have critical life-saving technology with the simple push of a button or pendant, to protect our students and staff is fantastic.”
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ASR Alert Systems is a patented state-of-the-art critical incident response technology specializing in the field of alert notifications to Law Enforcement and First Responders in the event of an active shooter or other crisis. Our technology can be customized to any industry, building, or event. We deliver customer-specific technology unmatched by anyone. ASR Alert Systems prides itself on providing ADA-compliant technologies to make safety accessible to all.
To help make active threat detection technology even more valuable for your organization, the ASR system can be integrated with other security-related systems including Video Management Systems (VMS), Access Control Systems, Public Announcement Systems (PA's), and Scrolling Board Platforms. ASR can also be integrated into Law Enforcement Real-Time Crimes Centers (RTCCs) and 911 Computer Automated Dispatch (CAD) software. Having ASR as part of your organization's incident response plan is a value-added benefit and is significant for risk mitigation.