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[Infographic] 8 Ways Adashi’s Technology Improves Incident Command

How can we make incident command as simple and effective as possible? While many incident commanders are still using whiteboards, pen and paper, or binders to handle emergencies, there are many ways that modern public safety technology can help commanders perform their duties as safely and effectively as possible. Learn how Adashi's incident command technology boosts the way that fire commanders can connect with their teams, share tactical information, assign resources, perform risk analysis, and more. See the [...]

By |2022-12-15T09:11:36-05:00December 15th, 2022|Incident Command|0 Comments

9 Questions to Ask When Buying Crew Scheduling Software

When public safety agencies begin researching crew scheduling software, it’s important for them to learn about the specific capabilities of different programs. Otherwise, they might end up with a staff scheduling option that doesn’t meet their department’s full scope of needs. Luckily, crew scheduling software providers generally offer multiple opportunities for department leaders to ask questions and see the product in action. Below are several key questions public safety leaders should always ask when they are buying staffing software [...]

By |2022-11-09T09:43:27-05:00November 9th, 2022|Scheduling|0 Comments

Adashi Systems to Support World’s Largest Volunteer Fire Service

New South Wales Rural Fire Service (Australia) First Responders to Utilize Adashi Command and Control (C&C) and Adashi FirstResponse MDT Adashi Systems (Adashi), a Versaterm Public Safety Company, announced a long-term agreement with the New South Wales Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) to digitize mission-critical systems for fire and emergency responses across New South Wales, Australia. In partnership with Fujitsu Australia, Adashi will develop, install, and maintain Mobile Data Terminal (MDT) hardware and associated software on more [...]

By |2022-08-01T11:03:35-04:00August 1st, 2022|News|0 Comments

Press Release: Adashi C&C with 3M™ Scott™ Integration

Adashi Launches Critical Incident & Command Software Integration with 3M™ Scott™ Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) for Firefighters Originally posted on BusinessWire For the first time Fire Incident Commanders can view air status to optimize safety and assignment of firefighters Extensive product testing in fire departments around the country proves life-saving capabilities of software designed to inform real-time decisions for firefighter assignment, evacuation and rescue   April 22, 2022 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time BALTIMORE, MD [...]

By |2022-07-25T09:27:21-04:00April 22nd, 2022|News|0 Comments

Overcoming the Hurdles of Fire and Police Software Implementation

To improve your agency’s operations, many industry experts advise departments to implement software. However, implementing these systems can seem costly, complicated, time-consuming, and downright difficult. Below, we’ll discuss some of the common issues that departments face when they begin the process of implementing fire and police software and how you can best overcome these challenges. No One is In Charge Although your Chief may run the department, he/she often doesn’t take the lead role on implementing public safety software. [...]

By |2019-07-30T10:37:39-04:00September 16th, 2019|Incident Command, Response|0 Comments

What’s New in Firefighter Safety Technology

Firefighting is often a dangerous profession. However, several innovations in firefighter safety technology aim to better protect first responders from the hazards they face on the job. Below, we’ll discuss a few of the methods being used by firefighting departments around the world to improve the health and safety of their staff. Detect Thermal Conditions Firefighters can face a variety of hazardous situations. However, some new technologies are precisely designed to monitor changing conditions. The Department of Homeland Security [...]

By |2019-11-08T10:29:50-05:00August 22nd, 2019|Safety|0 Comments

Are Your Emergency Response Systems Ready for a Major Disaster?

When a catastrophic weather event comes to your jurisdiction, is your agency prepared to handle it? Many department leaders would probably say “Yes”, but their emergency response systems may actually be behind the times. Many technological advances now help first responders and crews better handle and contain incidents during a major weather disaster or other catastrophic event. Below, we’ll expand on several of the tech areas agencies across the world are falling short when it comes to large-scale emergencies. [...]

By |2019-07-22T13:28:33-04:00August 7th, 2019|Response|0 Comments

The Key Benefits of Public Safety Apps

Increasingly, companies are creating mobile applications for the emergency services industry. What benefits can these public safety apps bring to first responders and the general public? Below, we will explore how apps are affecting public safety operations and why they’re growing in popularity. What Are Public Safety Apps? Public safety apps are any computer software program designed to assist emergency responders and other public safety personnel. Currently, there are public safety apps designed for a variety of different uses. [...]

By |2019-07-22T13:00:04-04:00July 22nd, 2019|Response|0 Comments

4 Ways Digital Firefighter Staffing Makes Vacation Management Easier

Firefighting, law enforcement, and other stressful public safety roles often see high levels of burn out. One way to combat this is through appropriate scheduling of vacation time and paid time off (PTO). However, vacation management can be a major burden on the shift officer. Ensuring that the correct number of people and skillsets are scheduled for every shift can be a tiresome and time-consuming process. If the administrator makes even one mistake, then trucks won’t be able to [...]

By |2019-11-08T10:41:10-05:00July 10th, 2019|Scheduling|0 Comments

Can Technology Affect Incident Command Strategy?

Incident command strategy is a crucial part of managing any emergency. With more agencies adopting electronic incident command boards and other software, how might this technology affect the tactics they use? Here, we’ll explore a few important ways that technology can directly impact the strategies employed by public safety incident commanders (ICs). Real-Time Decision-Making Real-time updates can have a significant effect on incident command strategy. As conditions change at an incident, ICs must be prepared to adapt as needed. [...]

By |2019-06-17T14:34:28-04:00June 26th, 2019|Incident Command|0 Comments
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