Devices and Means of Communication
In 2017, school personnel are overwhelmingly using multiple devices on the job, but the mix of devices and means of communication they’re actually using may surprise you. Internet and email are the primary form of communication. Two-way radios were the next most popular device, followed by cell phones and land line phones. In fact, the use of two-way radios in schools has tripled in the last 2 years.
While analog radios offer a high degree of reliability and have been used in schools for decades, today’s digital radios combine the reliability of analog with the best aspects of smartphones, so school employees have access to advanced safety features, a continuously expanding library of applications, and tools like text messaging, Bluetooth® connectivity, GPS tracking, and Wi-Fi®.
The Disconnect: School Priorities vs. School Capabilities
For the women and men who dedicate their careers to educating our children, there is no greater imperative than keeping their students safe. In order to do so, communication is key. This includes having always-available communication for emergencies. Communicating directly with colleagues and first responders from any device, anywhere. Hearing clearly among chaos. But alarmingly, and through no fault of their own, most respondents’ safety
and communication priorities simply don’t align with their schools’ reported capabilities.
Unlocking the Power of Team Communications
Today’s schools use technology in almost every facet of education. But when it comes to communication, too often they must make do with aging or inefficient equipment. Our children and educators deserve better. By unlocking the power of Team Communications, school staff can quickly communicate with each other and first responders, using any device, with a catalog of robust apps to choose from.
Instantly connect staff and public safety personnel in an emergency. Keep track of children, colleagues, and assets from any location. Monitor buses and routes in real time. Link districts and staff efficiently over any device. With Team Communications from Motorola Solutions, schools are safer and staff members are more productive.
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