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Staying Secure During the World Cup 2026

In 2026, the world’s attention will turn to North America as it hosts one of the largest global soccer tournaments ever staged. With matches taking place across multiple U.S., Canadian and Mexican cities, the event will attract millions of fans, international visitors, and business travellers. For global organisations, this presents both opportunities and risks from congested transport networks and large public gatherings to an increased likelihood of security incidents and communication challenges.

At Vismo, we understand firsthand the complex operational environment such large-scale events create through supporting our clients during major international sporting events such as the Rio and Paris Games, the Asian Games, and topflight football tournaments including the Champions League. Whether your employees are attending matches, managing logistics, providing media coverage, working near a host venue, or playing in the tournament, our platform provides the visibility, communication and response tools needed to safeguard them, before, during, and after the tournament.


Anticipating Risks Before the Tournament

Preparation is key. In the months leading up to the competition, cities across North America will experience heightened construction, travel, and accommodation pressures. Security and operations managers can use Vismo’s geofencing tools to monitor high-traffic areas, identify where employees are likely to be affected, and issue proactive travel advisories.
For global organisations with mobile or remote staff, Vismo’s real-time location visibility ensures duty-of-care obligations are met by showing exactly where employees are, even as travel patterns shift in response to the event schedule.


Protecting Employees During the Tournament

During the competition, the operational tempo will increase significantly. Large crowds and changing local security conditions can disrupt transport, communications, and routine business operations. Vismo’s mass notification system - Notify lets security teams send targeted, verified updates within seconds, meaning employees receive accurate, relevant information without delay.
Should a critical incident occur near a host stadium, Vismo’s Locate & Protect App’s panic alert feature allows users to signal for immediate assistance, transmitting both location and situational context to response teams. This capability supports faster, coordinated emergency action and reduces corporate liability.

For organisations supporting dignitaries, VIPs, or international delegations, Vismo’s high accuracy tracking and geotagged incident reporting enhance situational awareness, ensuring movements are secure and contingency plans can be activated in real time.


 Continuing Protection After the Final Match

The security challenges don’t end when the final whistle blows. Post-event travel surges, protest activity, and extended media operations can all create residual risk. Vismo’s Monitor App provides valuable insights into employee movement and response performance, helping organisations to refine their crisis protocols and strengthen overall resilience.

RapidSOS Partnership

A Trusted Partner in Global Risk Management

 

Vismo is trusted by over 350 organisations to protect more than 450,000 users worldwide. Our platform integrates with trusted monitoring partners that can oversee employees and VIPs from dedicated security or alarm receiving centres. When an alert is raised in the Vismo Locate & Protect app, it is transmitted instantly to these partners for immediate acknowledgement and escalation, from initiating a simple check-in, to coordinating a rapid response or rescue operation.

Vismo is designed for rapid setup and easy scalability, allowing organisations to deploy our platform quickly across multiple teams, regions, or countries without complex integration processes.

Our ISO9001:2015 and ISO27001 certifications demonstrate a proven commitment to quality and data security. As the world prepares for an exciting summer of sport, Vismo stands ready to help you manage risk, maintain compliance, and uphold your duty of care. Wherever your people go, they remain safe, connected, and informed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can Vismo support organisations during large public events like the 2026 global soccer tournament?
A: Vismo provides real-time location visibility, mass notifications, and SOS alert functionality to help organizations monitor, communicate with, and protect their employees during major events.

Q: What types of incidents can trigger alerts in Vismo?
A: Alerts can be triggered manually by users through our in-app panic button or automatically through geofences when employees enter or leave predefined risk zones.

Q: Is employee tracking with Vismo compliant with privacy regulations?
A: Yes. Vismo is fully compliant with global data protection standards, including GDPR and ISO27001. Our platform allows organisations to configure privacy settings and ensure transparency with employees.

Q: Does Vismo operate globally, or only in the United Kingdom?
A: Vismo operates in over 190 countries, using patented location technology that functions across mobile, Wi-Fi, and satellite networks, giving you consistent coverage wherever your teams travel.

Q: How can I prepare my security team ahead of the tournament?
A: We recommend conducting a pre-event risk assessment, establishing geofences around high-traffic areas, and testing your mass 
notification system in advance.

Q: What happens when a user presses the panic button?
A: When a panic alert is raised within the Locate & Protect App, it can either be immediately sent to the designated Account Administrator or one of our preferred Global Security Operations Centre (GSOC) partners. Click here for more detail.

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