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Why You Can’t Live Without Managed Services
In 2022, Communication Company started introducing its managed service suite of programs to ensure customers’ systems are up-to-date, serviced, and functioning at all times. Many customers, however, need to understand why these services are critical. It has become a matter of not “if” a managed services contract is in place - it’s recognizing that these are services you shouldn’t be without.
Communication Company Announces The Northern Indiana Fire Safety Forum Tour August 7-9 in Three Cities
Communication Company and vendor partners Siemens, Xtralis, and RSI have created the Northern Indiana Fire Safety Forum events which will tour in three Northern Indiana cities August 7, 8 and 9. The agenda below explores the latest fire safety technologies presented by speakers from Siemens, Xtralis, RSI, and Communication Company. Two CEU credits are earned by participants attending this event. The same agenda will be covered at each location from 8:00AM to 2:00PM.
Dan Schmidtendorff Announced as NSCA Boards of Directors President
Dan Schmidtendorff, president and CEO at Communication Company and current NSCA vice president, assumes the role of NSCA Board of Directors president on July 1, 2023.
Augmenting Communication When Needed Most: Bi-Directional Amplification in School Settings
Bi-directional amplification (BDA) systems are increasingly becoming the standard for new school construction projects with their ability to improve overall communication and safety in the educational environment. Depending on a school’s location, the implementation of BDA systems may also be mandated by law and local code. In this blog, we will discuss the role and key benefits of bi-directional amplification systems in school environments and why they’re so important today.
Enhance the Learning Experience with Lightspeed Classroom Audio Technology
Classroom Audio Technology (CAT) has been employed for more than 20 years to enhance listening and learning environments. This technology is designed to provide a high level of speech intelligibility and evenly distribute sound throughout the classroom, helping teachers and all students benefit from the amplified learning environment.
Connectivity in the Classroom: Clear Touch Tech Broadens Educational Reach
Clear Touch is a leading provider of technology and services to help streamline communication within schools. Their innovative products and support allow educators to increase student engagement, diversify the learning experience and improve teacher productivity.
Eye in the Sky: Intellisee Augments Security with Proactive, AI-Driven Monitoring
IntelliSee is an innovative AI risk-mitigation platform transforming healthcare safety. By seamlessly integrating into existing surveillance systems and employing powerful, deep-learning technology, IntelliSee can detect and mitigate potential threats, including unauthorized persons, vehicles, weapons, and more.
Comprehensive Monitoring and Maintenance with EMERgency24 Service Contracts
Fire protection is essential to protecting life and property, and third-party monitoring is critical to ensure all possible safety measures are employed. When weighing a fire alarm monitoring service for your home or business, consider a service contract with EMERgency24 through an authorized dealer Communication Company as your first choice.
Ensure Broad Connectivity and Seamless Integration with Level365 Unified Communications
For educational institutions, Level365 provides a powerful and cost-effective solution for modern communication needs. With an easy-to-use online platform, Level365 allows school staff to make and receive phone calls, collaborate through video chats, text message coworkers, access analytics about calls and other communications, record conversations for training and compliance purposes, and more — from anywhere, at any time.
Nurse Call System Testing: Reducing Risk and Ensuring Compliance with Communication Company
Communication within a hospital or healthcare facility is one of the most critical aspects of patient safety. It's essential that staff, patients, and visitors can communicate seamlessly, quickly, and accurately to provide the best possible care.
Combat the Cold and Frozen Pipes with Inspection Services from Communication Company
Communication Company understands adhering to this code can be a difficult task for businesses and offers service contracts for fire-protection system inspections to make compliance as easy as possible for customers. With decades of experience in the industry and a team of highly skilled, well-trained technicians, Communication Company offers comprehensive inspection services designed to keep your fire-protection systems running at peak performance.
Enhance School Security with Aiphone Intercom Solutions
K-12 educational institutions are tasked with providing their students and staff with a safe learning environment. The correct security measures ensure that everyone is safe, informed, and connected. Communication Company's Aiphone intercom solutions provide schools with internal communication, access control, paging, emergency towers, and call boxes to enhance overall school security — a comprehensive approach to connectivity. Read on to learn how Aiphone helps schools to empower their campus security teams with the tools they need to ensure safety for all.
VIDEO: Leverage the Benefits of Spectralink Clinical Mobile Devices in Healthcare Settings
Mobile devices have revolutionized the way healthcare is delivered. As technology advances, so do the expectations of healthcare professionals and their patients. With a focus on providing medical staff with access to data and communication tools that enable better patient care and dialog, Spectralink clinical mobile devices are an ideal solution for hospitals and other healthcare organizations.
Safeguarding College Campuses and Students from Fire Hazards: Fire Safety and Sprinkler Systems
Fire safety is an essential factor for college campuses to consider when providing housing for their students. Coupled with a steady rise of occupancy in off-campus housing and dormitories, it is essential that campuses have the proper procedures in place to protect their communities from fires.
Qognify VMS — The Safest Comprehensive Solution for Educational Facilities
K-12 educational facilities have distinct security needs. One incident or an act of vandalism can cause significant disruption to the school’s operations and put the safety of students and staff at risk. Qognify VMS (video management system) is a comprehensive, sector-specific solution leveraging intelligent video analytics and advanced situational awareness to provide superior safety measures.
The Vizabli Patient Smartboard: How It Improves Patient Engagement and Reduces Hospital Costs
In recent years, there has been a marked increase in the use of patient engagement technology within health care. These technologies are designed to empower and engage patients by providing them with real-time data, enabling them to make more informed decisions about their own healthcare.
Communication Company Provides School Safety in Indiana
Ensuring the safety of students, teachers and staff is always a top priority for schools. In Indiana, the School Safety Guidelines lay out a comprehensive set of standards that schools must meet to provide a safe and secure environment for all, including prompt questions for administrators to consider. Communication Company is proud to offer a wide range of products and services that can help schools meet these guidelines, keeping students, staff and property guarded.
How We Keep You Safe: Fire Inspections Services from Communication Company
All businesses have a responsibility to their employees, customers, and the general public to maintain a safe working environment. Life safety systems are a key part of any business's fire prevention plan. That's why Communication Company offers comprehensive fire inspection services for all types of businesses. From fire alarm systems to extinguishers and sprinkler systems, we make sure your business is up to code and compliant with all local regulations.
Communication Company's Range of Integrated Healthcare Solutions
At Communication Company, we’re more than just a nurse call system provider — we're a source for integrated healthcare communication solutions. For more than 45 years, we’ve been advancing the healthcare industry in northern Indiana and southwest Michigan with innovative solutions by incorporating state-of-the-art, integrated technology systems.
Connecting School Emergency Plans with Local Responders
"Systems designed to improve technology and infrastructure on school property that may be used to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recovery from a manmade or natural disaster or emergency occurring on school property."