Connexion2’s updated Identicom mobile application is now free to download from the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store for Android and iPhone users. The lone worker application, has recently updated, retains its โSecured by Designโ award from ACPO (Association of Chief Police Officers) and its BS8484 accreditation when supplied as part of a SoloProtect service by the company.
Identicom mobile is designed for lone workers predominantly facing infrequent risk. This category of worker may view a dedicated lone worker device as unnecessary, but are highly likely to carry a smart-phone that has been issued by their employer. Typical users may include Team or Area Managers, Sales Representatives, Directors or Board members etc.
The free download of the app gives a user access to a basic version of Identicom Mobile allowing users to get a feel for its clear and intuitive user-interface, whist accessing an introduction to some of the safety features available. This includes allowing a user to create a profile and allow the sharing of safety updates with a nominated colleague, family-member or friend through the applicationโs automatic e-mail notification through the Check In / Check Out function. For example, as a user begins their working day, they confirm through the โCheck Inโ function โ this sends the workerโs nominated recipient (or buddy) a notifying e-mail. The same thing happens as a worker confirms they are safe at the end of a working day by selecting โCheck Outโ.
Additional functionality, as part of a fee-paying subscription for the app (prices start at ยฃ10.95 per month) allows a user access to a range of BS8484 compliant features including:
โข24 / 7 Alarm Receiving Centre Support should a user open a โRed Alertโ through the application
โขLink to Connexion2โs Mobile Workforce Management Platform โ a web based tool to link one or more application users within a personal and secure, online lone worker community. Including tracking.
โขShare locations and points of interest within your community
โขTagging items of risk and inform colleagues
โขTake pictures and share with colleagues
โขSet up a range of automatic reporting facilitated by location data communicated from the application to the management platform
The primary function of the application remains the ability for a lone worker to raise an alarm in the face of verbal abuse, attack or injury. The latest versions of Identicom mobile (Android and Apple versions) have automatic โMan Downโ detection in the event of a user suffering a trip or fall. A new โPrivacy Modeโ is available for a user to select whilst working, to remain in control of their location data as appropriate.
Craig Swallow, Managing Director of Connexion2 said: โThe updated Identicom mobile is now a multi-dimensional safety application for lone workers. When used effectively it helps to reduce the isolation felt by lone workers and keeps them linked into their employerโs community. We think it represents great value for a BS8484 approved application that offers a genuine alternative to dedicated devices where appropriate. The fact it is available as a free download allows people to see what the app can do without feeling they have to commit to something in the long term straight away.โ
The Apple version of Identicom mobile is not accredited to BS8484 due to limitations of the hardwareโs operating system.
To download the latest versions of Identicom mobile – visit:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.insiris.identicommobile&feature=search_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwxLDEsImNvbS5pbnNpcmlzLmlkZW50aWNvbW1vYmlsZSJd
Apple:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/identicom-mobile/id636539392?mt=8
