In a world of rising gun violence and hate crimes on college campuses, incidents at Michigan State University and the University of Nevada Las Vegas have left lasting impacts. In the wake of these tragedies, campuses face the daunting challenge of fortifying their security measures.
In a recent article from Campus Safety Magazine, “4 Ways Technology Can Mitigate Campus Violence,” Lieutenant Commander Hector Delgado, the Chief Law Enforcement Officer for SOS Technologies, proposes proactive and innovative solutions to revolutionize campus safety.
Mitigating Emergencies and Enhancing Campus Safety and Security
In response to the escalation of active shooter events on campuses, Delgado highlights the inherent challenges in preparing for the unpredictability of crisis events.
Delgado also emphasizes the critical role of next-generation emergency monitoring and response technologies, leveraging advances in machine learning and artificial intelligence, including:
- AI-powered threat intelligence for threat detection, prevention, and rapid notification
- Real-time emergency response with technologies that bypass traditional 911 protocols
- Real-time data transfers for continuous updates on emergencies
- Bullet-resistant window treatments
Click here to read the full article from Campus Safety Magazine.