# Vismo ## Home If your teams operate globally or locally, Vismo can assist you to manage and mitigate the risks they face each day. - [Home](https://www.vismo.com/) ## Products View all Vismo's products - [Products](https://www.vismo.com/products/) - [Employee Tracking](https://www.vismo.com/products/employee-tracking/): Vismo’s employee location tracking and GPS monitoring platform protects lone workers, international travellers and remote staff in real time. Trusted by over 450,000 users worldwide. - [Risk Management](https://www.vismo.com/products/risk-management/): Vismo offers easy-to-use, secure travel risk management solutions that combine threat intelligence, mass notification and real-time incident management to protect your people wherever they are in the world. - [Monitoring](https://www.vismo.com/products/monitoring/): Vismo’s lone worker monitoring and employee safety monitoring solutions give organisations a flexible choice: self-monitor via the Vismo Portal and Monitor App, or outsource to a 24/7 Alarm Receiving Centre. Built for lone, hybrid, and travelling workers. - [Devices](https://www.vismo.com/products/devices/): Vismo’s range of dedicated, fit for purpose devices are an alternative way to ensure employee safety can be monitored, no matter how remote the area is. ## Solutions - [Solutions](https://www.vismo.com/solutions/) - [Emergency Response](https://www.vismo.com/solutions/emergency-response/): Vismo uses advanced technology and real-time data analysis to improve security for people and organisations globally. Their emergency response applications focus on location based services and two-way communication to offer quick help during crises. - [Travel Security](https://www.vismo.com/solutions/travel-security/): Vismo offers comprehensive travel security solutions designed to ensure the safety of travellers around the globe. With real-time data analysis, Vismo provides organisations with the tools they need to effectively manage and mitigate risks during travel. - [Lone Worker Safety](https://www.vismo.com/solutions/lone-worker-safety/): Vismo’s lone worker safety solutions combine a powerful lone worker safety app, advanced lone worker monitoring, and dedicated lone worker safety devices to deliver real-time protection and rapid emergency response. - [Proof of Presence](https://www.vismo.com/solutions/proof-of-presence/): Vismo Checkpoints provides simple, reliable indoor location tracking using QR codes and a mobile app. From security to staff safety and compliance, it delivers proof of presence without GPS—helping your organisation stay accountable, efficient, and prepared, wherever your people are working. ## Sectors - [Sectors](https://www.vismo.com/sectors/) - [Aviation & Travel](https://www.vismo.com/sectors/aviation-travel/): The Vismo solution helps Aviation & Travel organisations reduce the risks and challenges that can impact individuals and help enhance their itinerary planning based on real-time location information. - [Government](https://www.vismo.com/sectors/government/): Vismo provides UK government organisations with real-time employee tracking and mass notification tools to protect staff and meet duty-of-care compliance. Integrated with rugged, military-grade satellite devices from Iridium, Inmarsat, Garmin, and Bivy, Vismo keeps public sector teams connected, informed, and safe — wherever they operate. - [Education](https://www.vismo.com/sectors/education/): Vismo understands the importance of creating a safe and secure environment for educational institutions. Our cutting-edge technology and comprehensive solutions are designed to address the unique safety challenges faced by the education sector. With Vismo, you can ensure the well-being of your students, staff, and faculty members, both on and off campus. - [Engineering](https://www.vismo.com/sectors/engineering/): Vismo enables complete visibility of your workforce in the field, monitoring the whereabouts of engineering and utilities workforce. - [Executive Protection](https://www.vismo.com/sectors/executive-protection/): Vismo recognises the importance of safeguarding the safety and security of high-profile individuals and executives. Our Executive Protection solutions are designed to offer comprehensive security tailored to meet the distinct needs and requirements of our clients in this sector. - [Financial Services](https://www.vismo.com/sectors/financial-services/): Vismo helps many institutions understand the whereabouts of its travelling staff and enable them to raise discreet alerts if needed, or proactively educate them about pertinent risk when they travel. - [Health & Social Care](https://www.vismo.com/sectors/health-social-care/): Keeping your healthcare workforce safe and connected during an emergency has never been easier with Vismo. - [Large Scale Events](https://www.vismo.com/sectors/large-scale-events/): Vismo provides event organisers with the ability to monitor the whereabouts of staff and attendees in a seamless and efficient manner. This ensures enhanced safety and security measures, as well as improved coordination and communication during events. - [Media & Journalism](https://www.vismo.com/sectors/media-journalism/): With Vismo, Media & Journalism organisations can be assured that in a crisis zone, you know the whereabouts of your team and can quickly communicate with them about risk. - [NGO & Non-Profit](https://www.vismo.com/sectors/ngo-non-profit/): The Vismo solution equips Non-Profit & NGOs with the tools to effectively dispatch the right people to the right place in the event of an emergency. - [Oil & Gas](https://www.vismo.com/sectors/oil-gas/): Vismo is used by clients in the oil & gas industry to help pinpoint the location of all employees, often in context to known site of facility maps. - [Retail](https://www.vismo.com/sectors/retail/): The retail industry is a challenging place and individuals are commonly exposed to risks. They may be required to open and close a store, handle large quantities of cash, deal with abuse from customers, confront shoplifters and work in remote areas of the store away from colleagues. - [Security Services](https://www.vismo.com/sectors/security-services/): No matter the size of a security team, having a solution in place to track, locate and protect employees is essential. - [Other Sectors](https://www.vismo.com/sectors/other-sectors/): The Vismo solution spans across many sectors. If you don't see information about your sector on our site, please get in touch and speak to one of our experts about your specific requirements. ## Partners Vismo integrates with a chosen range of innovative partners to help further enhance our solution for clients and their remote or travelling employees. - [Partners](https://www.vismo.com/partners/) ## Company - [Company](https://www.vismo.com/company/) - [About Vismo](https://www.vismo.com/company/about-vismo/): Vismo supports organisations globally, helping to remove the risks and concerns that go with managing a mobile workforce. - [Vismo Newsroom](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/): Read the Latest News from Vismo - [FAQ Friday](https://www.vismo.com/company/faq-friday/): Read interesting faqs from Colin Dale ## Support - [Support](https://www.vismo.com/support/) - [Vismo API Documentation](https://www.vismo.com/support/vismo-api-documentation/): Thanks for enquiring about Vismo API integration options. Vismo partners and customers can request the Vismo API details using the form. - [Knowledge Base](https://www.vismo.com/support/knowledge-base/) ### News (99 posts) - [The Silent Response Button Is Coming to Retail - Here Is How to Get It Right.](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/news/the-silent-response-button-is-coming-to-retail-here-is-how-to-get-it-right/): New York has written a duress alarm directly into law. For retail security leaders, the smart move is to look past the hardware requirement and ask what actually happens when a worker presses the button. - [What Is a Duress Button? The Complete Guide for Employers](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/news/what-is-a-duress-button-the-complete-guide-for-employers/): What is a duress button, how does it differ from a panic button, and which type is right for your staff? A clear employer's guide to duress alarms. - [What Is a Duress Button? The Complete Guide for Employers](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/what-is-a-duress-button-the-complete-guide-for-employers/): What is a duress button, how does it differ from a panic button, and which type is right for your staff? A clear employer's guide to duress alarms. - [NGOs – The Unique Risks They Face and How Vismo Can Help](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/news/ngos-the-unique-risks-they-face-and-how-vismo-can-help/): NGOs face a constantly shifting risk landscape, from disease outbreaks to political instability. Vismo, a GISF partner, helps protect staff worldwide. - [NGOs – The Unique Risks They Face and How Vismo Can Help](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/ngos-the-unique-risks-they-face-and-how-vismo-can-help/): NGOs face a constantly shifting risk landscape, from disease outbreaks to political instability. Vismo, a GISF partner, helps protect staff worldwide. - [Personal Safety Tips Every Employer and Employee Needs to Know](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/personal-safety-tips-every-employer-and-employee-needs-to-know/): Lone workers face unique risks. Here's the personal safety framework that meets your legal duty of care and actually protects your people when it matters. - [Beyond the Stadium Gates: Securing Your Mobile Workforce During the World Cup](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/news/beyond-the-stadium-gates-securing-your-mobile-workforce-during-the-world-cup/): With less than one month to go until the World Cup, corporate travel and local operations are about to face a large security challenge across 16 host cities. While stadium perimeters will feature heavy security, the true vulnerabilities for your mobile workforce exist outside the gates, in transit hubs, hotels, and fan zones. Discover how Global Security Directors are cutting through the noise of generic threat intelligence to build a proactive, human-centric safety strategy that fulfils duty of care obligations. - [Beyond the Stadium Gates: Securing Your Mobile Workforce During the World Cup](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/beyond-the-stadium-gates-securing-your-mobile-workforce-during-the-world-cup/): With less than one month to go until the World Cup, corporate travel and local operations are about to face a large security challenge across 16 host cities. While stadium perimeters will feature heavy security, the true vulnerabilities for your mobile workforce exist outside the gates, in transit hubs, hotels, and fan zones. Discover how Global Security Directors are cutting through the noise of generic threat intelligence to build a proactive, human-centric safety strategy that fulfils duty of care obligations. - [What does a ‘Quiet’ Hurricane Season 2026 actually mean?](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/news/what-does-a-quiet-hurricane-season-2026-actually-mean/): As we approach the official start of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season on June 1, the headlines seem reassuring. Current forecasts from Colorado State University suggest a "slightly below-average" year, with early climate models predicting a moderate El Niño. However, for travel managers and security professionals, a "quiet" forecast can be the most dangerous one of all. Between the rapid intensification of storms in record-warm waters and the increased logistics of the 2026 World Cup, the real threat this year isn't just the wind, it’s the "Complacency Trap." - [What does a ‘Quiet’ Hurricane Season 2026 actually mean?](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/what-does-a-quiet-hurricane-season-2026-actually-mean/): As we approach the official start of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season on June 1, the headlines seem reassuring. Current forecasts from Colorado State University suggest a "slightly below-average" year, with early climate models predicting a moderate El Niño. However, for travel managers and security professionals, a "quiet" forecast can be the most dangerous one of all. Between the rapid intensification of storms in record-warm waters and the increased logistics of the 2026 World Cup, the real threat this year isn't just the wind, it’s the "Complacency Trap." - [What is a Lone Worker? The Complete Employer Guide to Lone Working](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/what-is-a-lone-worker-the-complete-employer-guide-to-lone-working/): What is a lone worker? Everything UK employers need to know including lone worker definitions, legislation, regulations, policies and how to protect staff working alone. - [Why Email Alone Isn’t Enough for Emergency Employee Communication](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/why-email-alone-isnt-enough-for-emergency-employee-communication/): Relying on email for emergency alerts creates visibility and accountability gaps. Discover why multi-channel communication is essential for employee safety and duty of care. - [Why Email Alone Isn’t Enough for Emergency Employee Communication](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/news/why-email-alone-isnt-enough-for-emergency-employee-communication/): Relying on email for emergency alerts creates visibility and accountability gaps. Discover why multi-channel communication is essential for employee safety and duty of care. - [CEO announcement](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/news/ceo-announcement/): Vismo has entered an important new phase with the appointment of Tom Cowling as CEO. Tom joins from Ernst & Young, bringing strong experience in business development and high growth environments. His arrival comes at a time when demand for reliable employee safety, lone worker support, and critical event management continues to increase across the UK, US, and global markets. This article outlines why Tom’s background makes him well suited to lead Vismo, what his appointment means for customers, and how it supports the company’s ongoing focus on keeping people safe at work. - [CEO announcement](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/ceo-announcement/): Vismo has entered an important new phase with the appointment of Tom Cowling as CEO. Tom joins from Ernst & Young, bringing strong experience in business development and high growth environments. His arrival comes at a time when demand for reliable employee safety, lone worker support, and critical event management continues to increase across the UK, US, and global markets. This article outlines why Tom’s background makes him well suited to lead Vismo, what his appointment means for customers, and how it supports the company’s ongoing focus on keeping people safe at work. - [Martyn's Law and Vismo](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/martyns-law-and-vismo/): Compliance is only half the job. As Martyn’s Law approaches, Education and Event leaders must move beyond paperwork to operational readiness. Discover how Vismo turns statutory duty into practical safety with real-time mass notification, verified patrols, and discreet staff protection. - [Vismo helps identify your gaps in ISO 31030](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/vismo-helps-identify-your-gaps-in-iso-31030/): ISO 31030 is the international standard for travel risk management, yet most companies miss the essentials. Beyond apps and tech, it’s about human behaviour, communication, and preparation. From battery life to roaming and network visibility, getting these basics right transforms travel from risky to confidently managed. - [Vismo helps identify your gaps in ISO 31030](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/news/vismo-helps-identify-your-gaps-in-iso-31030/): ISO 31030 is the international standard for travel risk management, yet most companies miss the essentials. Beyond apps and tech, it’s about human behaviour, communication, and preparation. From battery life to roaming and network visibility, getting these basics right transforms travel from risky to confidently managed. - [Prepare for World Cup 2026 with Vismo](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/news/prepare-for-world-cup-2026-with-vismo/): North America prepares to host the world’s biggest soccer tournament in 2026, organisations face complex security and operational challenges. Vismo’s proven tracking, alert, and communication technology helps your teams stay safe, informed, and connected — before, during, and after this global celebration of sport. - [Prepare for World Cup 2026 with Vismo](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/prepare-for-world-cup-2026-with-vismo/): As North America prepares to host the world’s biggest football tournament in 2026, organisations face complex security and operational challenges. Vismo’s proven tracking, alert, and communication technology helps your teams stay safe, informed, and connected — before, during, and after this global celebration of sport. - [Vismo Notify Now Integrates With Microsoft Teams For Faster Mass Notification](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/news/vismo-notify-now-integrates-with-microsoft-teams-for-faster-mass-notification/): In a crisis, speed and clarity save lives. That’s why we’ve enhanced the Vismo platform with direct integration into Microsoft Teams, so organisations can deliver time-critical alerts to employees exactly where they’re already communicating. No app-switching. No delays. Just fast, secure, and effective communication when your teams need it most. - [Vismo Notify Now Integrates With Microsoft Teams For Faster Mass Notification](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/vismo-notify-now-integrates-with-microsoft-teams-for-faster-mass-notification/): In a crisis, speed and clarity save lives. That’s why we’ve enhanced the Vismo platform with direct integration into Microsoft Teams, so organisations can deliver time-critical alerts to employees exactly where they’re already communicating. No app-switching. No delays. Just fast, secure, and effective communication when your teams need it most. - [Tackling Burglaries With Vismo](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/tackling-burglaries-with-vismo/): When high-profile individuals travel, whether athletes, field workers, or remote professionals, their absence can leave loved ones vulnerable. Criminals are exploiting predictable schedules, turning visibility into a threat. Vismo’s discreet safety tools offer a critical line of defence, helping individuals and organisations to protect what matters most, even when miles apart. - [Hurricane Season](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/news/hurricane-season/): As the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season nears, organisations with remote, mobile, or field-based employees must take proactive steps to protect their workforce. With storms becoming more frequent and severe, relying solely on forecasts is no longer enough. Businesses—especially in sectors like utilities, energy, and infrastructure need real-time tools to stay connected and informed during a crisis. Vismo’s safety platform offers live location tracking, mass notifications, and integrated threat intelligence to help organisations respond quickly, ensure duty of care, and maintain operational continuity. Here’s how you can strengthen your hurricane preparedness strategy with technology built for unpredictable risks. - [Hurricane Season Approaches](https://www.vismo.com/company/newsroom/read-our-latest-news/hurricane-season-approaches/): As the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season nears, organisations with remote, mobile, or field-based employees must take proactive steps to protect their workforce. With storms becoming more frequent and severe, relying solely on forecasts is no longer enough. Businesses—especially in sectors like utilities, energy, and infrastructure need real-time tools to stay connected and informed during a crisis. Vismo’s safety platform offers live location tracking, mass notifications, and integrated threat intelligence to help organisations respond quickly, ensure duty of care, and maintain operational continuity. Here’s how you can strengthen your hurricane preparedness strategy with technology built for unpredictable risks. - [People first, Response Ready, Business resilient](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/news/people-first-response-ready-business-resilient/): In today’s unpredictable world, protecting employees—whether at home, in the workplace, or abroad—is a top priority. Risks range from political unrest and cyber threats to natural disasters and workplace incidents. A strong crisis management strategy, including risk assessment and proactive planning, helps organisations mitigate threats and respond effectively. This article explores key measures to enhance employee safety and organisational resilience in an evolving risk landscape. - [People first, Response Ready, Business resilient](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/people-first-response-ready-business-resilient/): In today’s unpredictable world, protecting employees—whether at home, in the workplace, or abroad—is a top priority. Risks range from political unrest and cyber threats to natural disasters and workplace incidents. A strong crisis management strategy, including risk assessment and proactive planning, helps organisations mitigate threats and respond effectively. This article explores key measures to enhance employee safety and organisational resilience in an evolving risk landscape. - [How Vismo Notify Keeps Your Team Safe](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news/how-vismo-notify-keeps-your-team-safe/): In today's unpredictable world, workplace safety isn't just a checkbox, it's a critical lifeline. When emergencies strike, organisations need more than hope; they need a reliable communication system. Vismo Notify delivers real-time, multi-channel alerts that protect your most valuable asset: your people, ensuring swift, coordinated responses when every second counts. - [How Vismo Notify Keeps Your Team Safe](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/how-vismo-notify-keeps-your-team-safe/): In today's unpredictable world, workplace safety isn't just a checkbox, it's a critical lifeline. When emergencies strike, organisations need more than hope; they need a reliable communication system. Vismo Notify delivers real-time, multi-channel alerts that protect your most valuable asset: your people, ensuring swift, coordinated responses when every second counts. - [Vismo Monitor App just upgraded](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-monitor-app-just-upgraded/): In a crisis, every second counts. But what happens when you're on the move, at an airport, on a train, or between meetings? With the Vismo Monitor App now fully integrated with the Vismo Secure Portal, security professionals can respond instantly. Track employees, manage incidents, and send mass notifications, all from your mobile device. Read on to discover how this game-changing enhancement keeps you in control. - [Vismo Monitor App just upgraded](https://www.vismo.com/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-monitor-app-just-upgraded/): In a crisis, every second counts. But what happens when you're on the move, at an airport, on a train, or between meetings? With the Vismo Monitor App now fully integrated with the Vismo Secure Portal, security professionals can respond instantly. Track employees, manage incidents, and send mass notifications, all from your mobile device. Read on to discover how this game-changing enhancement keeps you in control. - [Support staff safety during longer nights with Vismo](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/support-staff-safety-during-longer-nights-with-vismo/): As the nights get darker and longer, businesses have a crucial role in safeguarding their employees. Evening commutes, which may feel relaxing during the summer, can quickly become uncomfortable or even risky during darker months. - [Counter rising retail violence with Vismo](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news-page/counter-rising-retail-violence-with-vismo/): Shopping should be a routine part of life, but for many UK retail workers, it’s becoming a dangerous occupation. Physical assaults and verbal abuse have increased, with daily incidents of violence leaping from 870 to 1,300 in just a year. As shoplifting soars, this trend highlights the critical need for stronger protections. With Vismo’s innovative safety tools, including our panic button and real-time emergency response solutions, retail workers can feel safer and more supported. - [Counter rising retail violence with Vismo](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/counter-rising-retail-violence-with-vismo/): Shopping should be a routine part of life, but for many UK retail workers, it’s becoming a dangerous occupation. Physical assaults and verbal abuse have increased, with daily incidents of violence leaping from 870 to 1,300 in just a year. As shoplifting soars, this trend highlights the critical need for stronger protections. With Vismo’s innovative safety tools, including our panic button and real-time emergency response solutions, retail workers can feel safer and more supported. - [Vismo and International SOS Celebrate 10 year Partnership](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news-page/vismo-and-international-sos-celebrate-10-year-partnership/): Vismo, a leading provider of location tracking and risk management solutions, and International SOS, the foremost provider of medical and travel security services, are marking a milestone of ten years of successful partnership. - [Vismo and International SOS Celebrate 10 year Partnership](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/vismo-and-international-sos-celebrate-10-year-partnership/): Vismo, a leading provider of location tracking and risk management solutions, and International SOS, the foremost provider of medical and travel security services, are marking a milestone of ten years of successful partnership. - [Governor Lamont Announces Launch of New State Grant Program on Home Health Care Worker Safety](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/governor-lamont-announces-launch-of-new-state-grant-program-on-home-health-care-worker-safety/): Vismo’s Lone worker alarm and tracking solution is crucial for the safety of remote healthcare workers. Vismo offers real-time location tracking and emergency alert features, ensuring rapid response during emergencies. - [Gov. Lamont Launches State Grant for Home Health Worker Safety](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news-page/gov-lamont-launches-state-grant-for-home-health-worker-safety/): Vismo’s Lone worker alarm and tracking solution is crucial for the safety of remote healthcare workers. Vismo offers real-time location tracking and emergency alert features, ensuring rapid response during emergencies. - [Dragonfly & Vismo Partner for Travel Risk Management](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news-page/dragonfly-vismo-partner-for-travel-risk-management/): Dragonfly and Vismo announce an integration partnership by which intelligence from Dragonfly’s Security Intelligence & Analysis Service will be available through the Vismo platform. Vismo will have access to Dragonfly’s 19,000 location risk scores and associated detailed intelligence reports and incident data. - [Dragonfly and Vismo Announce Integration Partnership for Enhanced Travel Risk Management Solution](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/dragonfly-and-vismo-announce-integration-partnership-for-enhanced-travel-risk-management-solution/): Dragonfly and Vismo announce an integration partnership by which intelligence from Dragonfly’s Security Intelligence & Analysis Service will be available through the Vismo platform. Vismo will have access to Dragonfly’s 19,000 location risk scores and associated detailed intelligence reports and incident data. - [Vismo Equipped Imo Boddy's World Record-Breaking UK Three Peaks Challenge with Satellite Communication Devices](https://www.vismo.com/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-equipped-imo-boddys-world-record-breaking-uk-three-peaks-challenge-with-satellite-communication-devices/): JOGLE (John O’Groats to Land’s End) World Record Holder and ultra runner Imo Boddy broke the women’s world record for the Three Peaks Challenge, set in 1979 by Olympian Ann Sayer. - [Vismo Equips Imo Boddy's Record-Breaking UK Peak Challenge](https://www.vismo.com/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-equips-imo-boddys-record-breaking-uk-peak-challenge/): Imo Boddy, an ultra runner, is preparing to break the 1979 Three Peaks Challenge record set by Olympian Ann Sayer. Sponsored by Vismo, Imo will climb and run between the UK's highest mountains - Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike, and Snowdon - covering 423 miles (680 km) in under seven days and 31 minutes, starting on 15th May. - [All-in-One Solution for Tracking, Comms & Risk Intel](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news-page/all-in-one-solution-for-tracking-comms-risk-intel/): From employee safety and security to real-time communication and live location tracking, Vismo provides a single centralized platform that simplifies a business's security operations. - [Vismo: The All-in-One Solution for Tracking, Communication and Risk Intelligence](https://www.vismo.com/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-the-all-in-one-solution-for-tracking-communication-and-risk-intelligence/): From employee safety and security to real-time communication and live location tracking, Vismo provides a single centralised platform that simplifies a business's security operations. - [Vismo Announces Partnership with Control Risks](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-announces-partnership-with-control-risks/): The collaboration combines Vismo's enhanced GPS tracking technology with Control Risks' expertise in risk management, to offer clients stronger security solutions worldwide for their employees including contract workers, volunteers and those on work experience. - [Vismo Announces Partnership with Control Risks](https://www.vismo.com/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-announces-partnership-with-control-risks/): The collaboration combines Vismo's enhanced GPS tracking technology with Control Risks' expertise in risk management, to offer clients stronger security solutions worldwide for their employees including contract workers, volunteers and those on work experience. - [Attacks and Abuse towards UK Shop Workers Soar to 1,300 Incidents a Day](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/attacks-and-abuse-towards-uk-shop-workers-soar-to-1300-incidents-a-day/): The safety and security of shop workers in the UK is a growing concern, with a shocking 1,300 incidents reported daily. However, a solution has emerged in the form of the Vismo Locate & Protect App, combined with the Vismo Alert panic button. This powerful combination represents a critical step towards safeguarding frontline workers and mitigating the risks they face. The Vismo App and Alert can be seamlessly implemented in retail environments, providing a direct link to emergency services, including the police. - [Tackling Violence Against Women and Girls](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/tackling-violence-against-women-and-girls/): Violent attacks against women and girls are a widespread problem that affects countless lives worldwide. These incidents can occur in various settings, highlighting the need for comprehensive safety measures. While traditional methods such as self-defense training and emergency hotlines are valuable, they may not always provide real-time assistance or effectively prevent an attack. - [Tackling Violence Against Women and Girls](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news/tackling-violence-against-women-and-girls/): Violent attacks against women and girls are a widespread problem that affects countless lives worldwide. These incidents can occur in various settings, highlighting the need for comprehensive safety measures. While traditional methods such as self-defense training and emergency hotlines are valuable, they may not always provide real-time assistance or effectively prevent an attack. - [Public Safety Solution for Higher Education](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/public-safety-solution-for-higher-education/): In recent years, higher education institutions have recognised the increasing importance of ensuring the safety and security of students and staff on their campuses. To address this concern, many institutions have embraced advanced technological solutions. These solutions aim to enhance campus security measures and provide a safer environment for everyone. - [Public Safety Solution for Higher Education](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news/public-safety-solution-for-higher-education/): In recent years, higher education institutions have recognized the increasing importance of ensuring the safety and security of students and staff on their campuses. To address this concern, many institutions have embraced advanced technological solutions. These solutions aim to enhance campus security measures and provide a safer environment for everyone. - [Vismo and Max Security Collaborate](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-and-max-security-collaborate/): Vismo, the global tracking and safety solutions specialist, announces a partnership with Max Security, the security and risk management firm. The collaboration, effective immediately, sees Vismo providing verified risk data, using Max Security’s intelligence solutions, to strengthen the wellbeing of customers’ staff when the unexpected happens. - [Vismo and Max Security Collaborate](https://www.vismo.com/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-and-max-security-collaborate/): Vismo, the global tracking and safety solutions specialist, announces a partnership with Max Security, the security and risk management firm. The collaboration, effective immediately, sees Vismo providing verified risk data, using Max Security’s intelligence solutions, to strengthen the wellbeing of customers’ staff when the unexpected happens. - [Annual Hurricanes and Unpredictable Risks](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/annual-hurricanes-and-unpredictable-risks/): With the Atlantic hurricane season upon us, it’s important to acknowledge that hurricanes happen annually and pose threats to the coastal regions. Our ability to forecast hurricanes has significantly improved with the advancements in technology that can monitor atmospheric conditions, wind patterns and other key variables. - [Annual Hurricanes and Unpredictable Risks](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news/annual-hurricanes-and-unpredictable-risks3/): With the Atlantic hurricane season upon us, it’s important to acknowledge that hurricanes happen annually and pose threats to the coastal regions. Our ability to forecast hurricanes has significantly improved with the advancements in technology that can monitor atmospheric conditions, wind patterns and other key variables. - [Vismo and Exlog Global partner to enhance risk management](https://www.vismo.com/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-and-exlog-global-partner-to-enhance-risk-management/): Vismo, a leading provider of employee tracking, monitoring and safety solutions, today announced a partnership with Exlog Global, a specialist in providing local knowledge, and geographical reach, to help mitigate risk, protect assets and save lives. - [Vismo and Exlog Global partner to enhance risk management](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-and-exlog-global-partner-to-enhance-risk-management/): Vismo, a leading provider of employee tracking, monitoring and safety solutions, today announced a partnership with Exlog Global, a specialist in providing local knowledge, and geographical reach, to help mitigate risk, protect assets and save lives. - [Vismo and RapidSOS partner to enhance US-based lone worker safety](https://www.vismo.com/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-and-rapidsos-partner-to-enhance-us-based-lone-worker-safety/): Vismo and RapidSOS’ partnership focuses on providing situational awareness for lone workers in an incident, through real-time audio recordings and a direct connection to local emergency responders when employees feel unsafe or are in an emergency. - [Vismo and RapidSOS partner to enhance US-based lone worker safety](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-and-rapidsos-partner-to-enhance-us-based-lone-worker-safety/): Vismo and RapidSOS’ partnership focuses on providing situational awareness for lone workers in an incident, through real-time audio recordings and a direct connection to local emergency responders when employees feel unsafe or are in an emergency. - [Vismo announces partnership with Factal](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-announces-partnership-with-factal/): Vismo, a global leader in location monitoring and safety solutions, and Factal, a risk intelligence and breaking news platform, announced a partnership to provide risk data to Vismo customers to enable them to better protect their employees when incidents occur – and fast. - [Vismo announces partnership with Factal](https://www.vismo.com/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-announces-partnership-with-factal/): Vismo, a global leader in location monitoring and safety solutions, and Factal, a risk intelligence and breaking news platform, announced a partnership to provide risk data to Vismo customers to enable them to better protect their employees when incidents occur – and fast. - [Tornado season is upon us, are you prepared?](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news-page/tornado-season-is-upon-us-are-you-prepared/): According to NSSL, approximately 1,200 tornadoes hit the United States each year and bring massive winds and destruction in their paths. - [Tornado season is upon us, are you prepared?](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/tornado-season-is-upon-us-are-you-prepared/): According to NSSL, approximately 1,200 tornadoes hit the United States each year and bring massive winds and destruction in their paths. - [New features added to the Vismo Monitor App](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/new-features-added-to-the-vismo-monitor-app/): Vismo launched the Vismo Monitor App in January 2022 and since then organisations have effectively managed alerts triggered by employees who find themselves in a critical situation and require assistance. - [New features added to the Vismo Monitor App](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news/new-features-added-to-the-vismo-monitor-app/): Vismo launched the Vismo Monitor App in January 2022 and since then organizations have effectively managed alerts triggered by employees who find themselves in a critical situation and require assistance. - [Employee Protection in Challenging Locations | Vismo](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/employee-protection-in-challenging-locations-vismo/): To support the ongoing demand, Vismo is introducing the Garmin Montana 700i to its product portfolio. The 700i is ideal for employees working in remote locations and often in challenging conditions, where reliable communication is essential, no matter where they are in the world or how long they are out in the field. - [Employee Protection in Challenging Locations | Vismo](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/news/employee-protection-in-challenging-locations-vismo/): To support the ongoing demand, Vismo is introducing the Garmin Montana 700i to its product portfolio. The 700i is ideal for employees working in remote locations and often in challenging conditions, where reliable communication is essential, no matter where they are in the world or how long they are out in the field. - [Vismo - Protecting Employees & Lone Workers in Flexible Work](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news-page/vismo-protecting-employees-lone-workers-in-flexible-work/): Gone are the days when senior executives were the ones most likely to work flexibly. The work and duty of care landscape has changed beyond recognition, with the result that new approaches to, and tools to optimise, duty of care, are coming under the spotlight. - [Looking after employees, including lone workers, in this era of flexible working](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/looking-after-employees-including-lone-workers-in-this-era-of-flexible-working/): Gone are the days when senior executives were the ones most likely to work flexibly. The work and duty of care landscape has changed beyond recognition, with the result that new approaches to, and tools to optimise, duty of care, are coming under the spotlight. - [Vismo & ISO 31030: Travel Risk Management Guidance for Orgs](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news-page/vismo-iso-31030-travel-risk-management-guidance-for-orgs/): With expanding duty of care responsibilities and risks to business travellers on the rise, companies must find new ways to alleviate the anxieties of business travel, while keeping travelling employees safe. Vismo does this through our world-leading GPS tracking Locate & Protect App. - [Vismo and ISO 31030 – Travel risk management guidance for organisations.](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/vismo-and-iso-31030-travel-risk-management-guidance-for-organisations/): ISO 31030 covers all aspects of corporate travel and is written so that it may be applied to a range of contexts and travel requirements. It provides guidance to those looking to create or improve their travel risk management strategy while ensuring the safety of any travelling employee. - [Satellite devices available at Vismo](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news-page/satellite-devices-available-at-vismo/): As a result of military escalations in Ukraine and organisations sending their workers to remote corners of the globe, where mobile coverage is either patchy or non-existent, there is now a worldwide shortage of satellite phones and tracking devices. The demand is so high that Vismo strongly advises all our current and potential customers to contact us now if they need devices for current critical or urgent deployment. - [Satellite devices available at Vismo](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/satellite-devices-available-at-vismo/): As a result of military escalations in Ukraine and organisations sending their workers to remote corners of the globe, where mobile coverage is either patchy or non-existent, there is now a worldwide shortage of satellite phones and tracking devices. The demand is so high that Vismo strongly advises all our current and potential customers to contact us now if they need devices for current critical or urgent deployment. - [Vismo Apps Help Employers Prepare for Any Eventuality](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news-page/vismo-apps-help-employers-prepare-for-any-eventuality/): Critical risks that impact global travelling employees can sometimes happen very quickly, for example a terrorist attack or a sudden weather warning, but sometimes critical risks can show signs of building over time, even falling in risk before suddenly reappearing. - [Vismo announces partnership with Riskline](https://www.vismo.com/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-announces-partnership-with-riskline/): Vismo and Riskline announced a key partnership together, providing clients with accurate location services tallied with high quality risk related intelligence. - [Vismo smartphone apps play a vital role in preparing employers for any eventuality](https://www.vismo.com/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-smartphone-apps-play-a-vital-role-in-preparing-employers-for-any-eventuality/): Critical risks that impact global travelling employees can sometimes happen very quickly, for example a terrorist attack or a sudden weather warning, but sometimes critical risks can show signs of building over time, even falling in risk before suddenly reappearing. - [Vismo announces partnership with Riskline](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-announces-partnership-with-riskline/): Vismo and Riskline announced a key partnership together, providing clients with accurate location services tallied with high quality risk related intelligence. - [Vismo Uses what3words to Help Protect Employees' Locations](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news-page/vismo-uses-what3words-to-help-protect-employees-locations/): Vismo has announced the rollout of what3words location technology into the Vismo Secure Portal, to help organizations respond to incidents more effectively and keep their employees as safe as possible. - [Vismo to use what3words location technology to help organisations protect their employees](https://www.vismo.com/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-to-use-what3words-location-technology-to-help-organisations-protect-their-employees/): Vismo has announced the rollout of what3words location technology into the Vismo Secure Portal, to help organisations respond to incidents more effectively and keep their employees as safe as possible. - [Vismo Tracks North Sea-Atlantic Ocean Paddle Board Expedition](https://www.vismo.com/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-tracks-north-sea-atlantic-ocean-paddle-board-expedition/): Colin Dale, Vismo Director of Global Sales, began a self-supported expedition across Scotland, paddle boarding the Caledonian Canal. The expedition began in the North Sea in Inverness, where Colin travelled by paddle board around 18 miles per day. - [Vismo Tracks North Sea-Atlantic Ocean Paddle Board Expedition](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news-page/vismo-tracks-north-sea-atlantic-ocean-paddle-board-expedition/): Colin Dale, Vismo Director of Global Sales, began a self-supported expedition across Scotland, paddle boarding the Caledonian Canal. The expedition began in the North Sea in Inverness, where Colin travelled by paddle board around 18 miles per day. - [Top 5 Measures to Protect Lone Workers Now | Vismo](https://www.vismo.com/company/newsroom/vismo-latest-news-events-company-updates/top-5-measures-to-protect-lone-workers-now-vismo/): All employees have potential risks within the workplace. Those individuals who work alone have increased risks as there are usually no other workers around to help or support them. Or, the location they are operating from may have an inherent risk. Measures should be implemented to manage and reduce such risks. Lone Workers can include those who are based at home, visiting different sites, work alone at a permanent location and those working outside normal hours. - [Top 5 Measures to Protect Lone Workers](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news/top-5-measures-to-protect-lone-workers/): All employees have potential risks within the workplace. Those individuals who work alone have increased risks as there are usually no other workers around to help or support them. Or, the location they are operating from may have an inherent risk. Measures should be implemented to manage and reduce such risks. Lone Workers can include those who are based at home, visiting different sites, work alone at a permanent location and those working outside normal hours. - [What an employer needs to know about protecting employees](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news-page/what-an-employer-needs-to-know-about-protecting-employees/): Employers have a legal obligation to consider employee health and safety risks. The risks workers face need to be understood and a plan needs to be executed to manage and reduce these risks. Employers should ensure adequate safety measures are implemented to protect workers. In 1974, the Health and Safety at Work Act came into force, ensuring employers have processes and measures in place to protect their employees. Employee safety should always be at the forefront of planning, to make sure the correct procedures are in place to manage and reduce employee risks. - [What an employer needs to know about protecting employees](https://www.vismo.com/company/newsroom/latest-news/what-an-employer-needs-to-know-about-protecting-employees/): Employers have a legal obligation to consider employee health and safety risks. The risks workers face need to be understood and a plan needs to be executed to manage and reduce these risks. Employers should ensure adequate safety measures are implemented to protect workers. In 1974, the Health and Safety at Work Act came into force, ensuring employers have processes and measures in place to protect their employees. Employee safety should always be at the forefront of planning, to make sure the correct procedures are in place to manage and reduce employee risks. - [The nights are getting darker, have you implemented measures to protect your Lone Workers?](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/the-nights-are-getting-darker-have-you-implemented-measures-to-protect-your-lone-workers/): As the nights get darker, risks to Lone Workers increase. Do you have extra measures in place to protect your Lone Workers? Implementing a monitored solution can help you better manage the increased risk workers face when out in the community or working alone in general. - [Protect Your Lone Workers as Nights Get Darker](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news-page/protect-your-lone-workers-as-nights-get-darker/): As the nights get darker, risks to Lone Workers increase. Do you have extra measures in place to protect your Lone Workers? Implementing a monitored solution can help you better manage the increased risk workers face when out in the community or working alone in general. - [Overcoming Lone Worker Privacy Concerns](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/news/overcoming-lone-worker-privacy-concerns/): Privacy and Data Protection is an ever-increasing concern for both individuals and organisations. Most recently, these concerns have been highlighted with the roll-out of various government-led COVID-19 tracking applications. Whilst some people are amenable to being tracked, others find it an infringement of their privacy and even as far as a breach of human rights. Vismo takes the privacy of its customers seriously; maintaining your trust is paramount to us. This article explains how Vismo has overcome Lone Worker privacy concerns without compromising the security of personal data. - [Overcoming Lone Worker Privacy Concerns](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/overcoming-lone-worker-privacy-concerns/): Privacy and Data Protection is an ever-increasing concern for both individuals and organisations. Most recently, these concerns have been highlighted with the roll-out of various government-led COVID-19 tracking applications. Whilst some people are amenable to being tracked, others find it an infringement of their privacy and even as far as a breach of human rights. Vismo takes the privacy of its customers seriously; maintaining your trust is paramount to us. This article explains how Vismo has overcome Lone Worker privacy concerns without compromising the security of personal data. - [Introducing Mass Notification & Incident Management in Vismo](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news-page/introducing-mass-notification-incident-management-in-vismo/): Multi-award-winning global tracking company Vismo has launched Mass Notification and Incident Management Capabilities into the new and improved Mobile Tracking Apps and Secure Portal. Utilising state-of-the-art tracking technology and the latest messaging capabilities, Vismo enables organisations to efficiently communicate critical information to a diverse audience from the Vismo Secure Portal. The additional functionality further demonstrates the commitment the company has to deploy the latest technology to enhance its solutions and better serve its global client base. - [Introducing Mass Notification and Incident Management Capabilities into Vismo](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/introducing-mass-notification-and-incident-management-capabilities-into-vismo/): Multi-award-winning global tracking company Vismo has launched Mass Notification and Incident Management Capabilities into the new and improved Mobile Tracking Apps and Secure Portal. Utilising state-of-the-art tracking technology and the latest messaging capabilities, Vismo enables organisations to efficiently communicate critical information to a diverse audience from the Vismo Secure Portal. The additional functionality further demonstrates the commitment the company has to deploy the latest technology to enhance its solutions and better serve its global client base. - [Vismo used by Leading UCL Research Team at Remote Volcanoes](https://www.vismo.com/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-used-by-leading-ucl-research-team-at-remote-volcanoes/): In January 2020, Dr Emma Liu, a Lecturer in Volcanology at the University College London, set sail on a five week ocean expedition to the South Sandwich Islands. Together with Dr Kieran Wood from the University of Bristol, their aim was to measure and sample the volcanic gases being emitted from this remote and unexplored chain of volcanoes in the Southern Ocean. - [Vismo used by Leading UCL Research Team at Remote Volcanoes](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news/vismo-used-by-leading-ucl-research-team-at-remote-volcanoes/): In January 2020, Dr Emma Liu, a Lecturer in Volcanology at the University College London, set sail on a five week ocean expedition to the South Sandwich Islands. Together with Dr Kieran Wood from the University of Bristol, their aim was to measure and sample the volcanic gases being emitted from this remote and unexplored chain of volcanoes in the Southern Ocean. - [Vismo Reaches New Heights at Ol Doinyo Lengai Volcano, Tanzania](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/news/vismo-reaches-new-heights-at-ol-doinyo-lengai-volcano-tanzania/): Award-winning global tracking company Vismo, reached new heights in Tanzania, proving pivotal to PhD student Kate Laxton from UCL who travelled to the country to complete a research project on the Ol Doinyo Lengai Volcano. - [Vismo Reaches New Heights at Ol Doinyo Lengai Volcano, Tanzania](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/vismo-reaches-new-heights-at-ol-doinyo-lengai-volcano-tanzania/): Award-winning global tracking company Vismo, reached new heights in Tanzania, proving pivotal to PhD student Kate Laxton from UCL who travelled to the country to complete a research project on the Ol Doinyo Lengai Volcano. - [Vismo helps “Kik” plastic waste with Kiko Matthews](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/news/vismo-helps-kik-plastic-waste-with-kiko-matthews/): The use of single-use plastic is increasingly becoming a global concern due to its inability to be properly recycled. Most often, the material cannot biodegrade in nature, and instead takes hundreds of years to break up and turns into a toxic microplastic. Microplastics leave behind chemicals and toxic particles that are harmful to the environment, oceans and wildlife. - [Vismo helps “Kik” plastic waste with Kiko Matthews](https://www.vismo.com/company/vismo-newsroom/news/vismo-helps-kik-plastic-waste-with-kiko-matthews/): The use of single-use plastic is increasingly becoming a global concern due to its inability to be properly recycled. Most often, the material cannot biodegrade in nature, and instead takes hundreds of years to break up and turns into a toxic microplastic. Microplastics leave behind chemicals and toxic particles that are harmful to the environment, oceans and wildlife. - [Why security is important for employees whilst travelling](https://www.vismo.com/us/company/newsroom/latest-news-page/why-security-is-important-for-employees-whilst-travelling/): When travelling abroad for business, employee safety should be at the forefront of planning. Not only is it the employer’s duty of care to ensure that travellers are safe, but they should be especially diligent when sending employees to potential or known high-risk areas. Protecting employees is more important than ever as businesses are operating in a global marketplace, with an increasing number of employers expecting their employees to work abroad as part of their work. - [Why security is important for employees whilst travelling](https://www.vismo.com/company/newsroom/latest-news/why-security-is-important-for-employees-whilst-travelling/): When travelling abroad for business, employee safety should be at the forefront of planning. Not only is it the employer’s duty of care to ensure that travellers are safe, but they should be especially diligent when sending employees to potential or known high-risk areas. Protecting employees is more important than ever as businesses are operating in a global marketplace, with an increasing number of employers expecting their employees to work abroad as part of their work.