MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 20 (UPI) -- Minnesota-based Amcom Software announced it has been selected to provide the emergency notification software for the Red Cell Project.
Amcom is an emergency communications technology solutions provider among other software technologies. The emergency notification software from Amcom will be demonstrated for the Institute for Defense and Homeland Security in September 2007.
“Our e.Notify emergency communication solution has quickly been recognized as the leader in sophisticated, high-end mission critical notification systems,” said Chris Heim, Amcom chief executive officer, in a statement. “We are honored to play a key role in the development of Red Cell, and look forward to our role in helping transform the emergency communications capabilities in America.”
Red Cell Project is an initiative led by government information technology contractor American Systems to work as a platform for emergency communication during man-made and natural threats. Red Cell is built on a framework that interconnects sensor networks and mobile-phone users. Officials say sensors detect deviations from baseline data and notify appropriate first-response personnel.
“We have assembled an outstanding roster of partners to collaborate on Red Cell, and Amcom Software’s expertise in emergency communications has been pivotal in this project,” said Peter Smith, executive vice president and general manager, Enterprise Engineering Group, American Systems, in a statement. “Together, we have created an integrated platform that is destined to save lives and help dramatically enhance the safety and security of our citizens.”
