Shelton, CT, April 26, 2021 — TMC, a global, integrated media company helping clients build communities in print, in person and online, today announced the recipients of the 2021 Pandemic Tech Innovation Awards. The Pandemic Tech Innovation Awards recognize hardware, software, devices/peripherals, applications and services that help society and business function effectively in the face […]
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Whether you’re managing a business, school, or any other type of facility, the health and safety of anyone coming into your spaces has to be a top priority. The ongoing pandemic has created a reasonable fear of contracting COVID-19 in public venues where appropriate safety measures aren’t being taken. In turn, that has prioritized investment […]
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As the travel industry continues to see limited activity, and projections for when air travel might return to pre-coronavirus levels being measured in years, not months, it’s incumbent on the industry to do what it can to instill a sense of safety in passengers. Most airlines have implemented extensive safety protocols, as have airports, and […]
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As it prepares to cut its workforce by about 19,000 in a few months, when a government-supported airline wage program comes to an end, American Airlines is also adding to its health and safety measures to help instill confidence that it’s safe to fly. In addition to its existing cleaning protocols, AA will be adding […]
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From the very earliest days of the lockdowns that were put in place during the COVID-19 pandemic, countless business leaders and government officials cried, “foul,” and said workplaces need to be open, people need to work. There’s no question both statements are true. But, the unprecedented situation created by the rapid spread of the virus […]
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Shelton, CT, August 14, 2020 — TMC, a global, integrated media company helping clients build communities in print, in person and online, today announced the recipients of the 2020 Pandemic Tech Innovation Awards. The Pandemic Tech Innovation Awards recognize hardware, software, devices/peripherals, applications and services that help society and business function effectively in the […]
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How do we keep our employees, customers, guests, students, and residents safe? That’s the question every company executive, school system superintendent, nursing home director – really anyone in charge of a business or facility – is asking these days. We want people to be able to get back their normal activities. Even though there will […]
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As we approach the start of the fall semester, many schools are still trying to figure out how to ensure a safe in-person learning environment for students. We know COVID-19 is most commonly spread through the air. We also know outside air is cleaner than indoor air, which means building air flow becomes a critical […]
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Any time you go to a grocery store today, you’re likely to see people managing COVID-19 risk in varying degrees. Hopefully, they are all wearing masks. But, some are also wearing gloves in an effort to avoid surface contact exposure. With evidence suggesting fomite transmission is possible for as long as a few days, depending […]
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As the U.S. continues to see huge increases in confirmed COVID-19 cases and is now closing in on the 4 million mark, it’s clear some things aren’t working. Part of it is that people simply aren’t following guidelines and are either not wearing masks or minding distancing – or both. As a result, some states […]
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New York and other big cities have gone from being places where everyone wants to live to the exact opposite, seemingly overnight. All the benefits of city life which brought millions together are now detrimental. Small apartments and elevators, tightly packed mass transit, crowds on the streets, etc., have been part of the reason there […]
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With all the contact tracing and employee screening apps getting so much attention as businesses re-open, what about workplaces? Shouldn’t they, too, be tested? If your workers are all symptom-free, that doesn’t mean your office can’t become contaminated, and we know how quickly this virus can spread. If a doorknob, countertop, or other surface is […]
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Food banks are facing a particular demand due to the stress of Covid-19. The United Nations projected that, because of the virus, the number of people facing severe food insecurity worldwide could double to 265 million. To keep them safe, A UV-light robot built by MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) has disinfected […]
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LiveStyled is excited to announce it is relaunching as Realife Tech, The Experience Automation Platform, with a $7.2m funding round led by Virgo Investment Group, with additional backing from strategic investors Superfly Ventures and Stadia Ventures. Realife Tech works with the world’s biggest entertainment destinations and events, and has developed a ‘Post-Covid Fan Safety Hub’ to provide key customer-facing technology and help […]
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Wash your hands. It’s kind of a common sense thing to do, and something we all should do regularly anyway, but it’s become an area of extreme focus during the COVID-19 pandemic. Everyone should be well aware of the CDC recommendations for when and how to wash your hands to reduce risk of infection. Naturally, […]
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As office buildings and other facilities continue to re-open after three months of lockdown, business owners and building managers have had to follow a series of health and safety protocols before allowing people in. Countless hardware and software vendors have released products to help companies comply with new requirements that will likely be in place […]
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LiteSheet Solutions launched an LED UV-C sanitizing cabinet that is designed to decontaminate potentially deadly bacteria and viruses, like the COVID19 virus. “By harnessing the power of UV-C light, we are able to kill 99.99% of viruses and bacteria, including the deadly COVID19 virus that is currently causing health and safety concerns globally,” said Roger […]
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After nearly three months of isolation – working and schooling from home, avoiding social engagements, limited shopping, cancelled trips, etc. – most people are understandably anxious for things to move make towards some level of normalcy. The question is, when will a majority of people feel it’s reasonably safe to start traveling and gather in […]
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When will it be is it safe to fly, take a cruise, go to the movies, see a basketball game, or attend any other events with large numbers of people in confined spaces? That’s the question so many are asking today. Even as states continue to loosen restrictions and certain activities are starting to resume, […]
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Smart buildings innovator Igor today announced the general availability of Nexos Intelligent Disinfection. The solution pairs ultraviolet (UV-C) lighting with Internet of Things (IoT) controls to enable widespread, automated disinfection of surfaces. Earlier we’ve covered UV lights helping to bring guests back to hotel rooms, sanitizing hospital rooms and malls. According to Igor Founder and Chief […]
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