While most schools employ mass notification systems in the event of fire, severe weather, and – the most terrifying scenario – an active shooter situation, there’s another valuable lifesaving tool…

Gunfire detection technology is designed to identify, authenticate and notify officers automatically within seconds of a gunshot detection. Gunshot detection systems use acoustic sensing technology to identify, discriminate, and report…

“Artificial Intelligence’s New Frontier” is the cover story in a recent edition of The Economist magazine. The report discusses the many new and emerging applications of AI. Today, the technology…

When designing, building, and maintaining an emergency mass notification system for school campuses, no one technology should be relied upon independently from an entire integrated system. Using only one technology…

For schools, testing critical systems and running drills are essential components of any emergency preparedness process. Schools routinely run fire drills, active shooter drills, and tabletop exercises for a reason.…

School districts looking to install or upgrade a mass notification system need to be aware that not all systems are designed nor operate the same across the board. The Education…

Schools across Michigan and Illinois can add another layer of protection for students and staff through Sonitrol Great Lakes and its affiliation with a Rapid Emergency Response System (RERS) vendor.…

How ready is your school district for the busy summer construction and renovation season? Take the time now to fine-tune any plans you’re expecting to implement this season to ensure…

During our visits to school districts for initial security assessments, the first question we at Sonitrol Great Lakes pose to administrators is: “Who is in charge of your district’s safety…

Security technology has crept into every aspect of our lives. At home, it's doorbell cameras and wi-fi-powered systems. On a larger scale, it's video analytics. Technological evolution has completely transformed…