How Mobile Technology Has Impacted Public Safety

By Cheryl Bikowski is a Marketing Communications Supervisor at Gamber-Johnson

It seems like every week there is a new or innovative product released which is only possible thanks to the rapid development of technologies. Our lives are filled with everything from smart televisions to solar powered lamps — but how many of these technologies really have a profound impact on society?

Mobile technology is one area in particular where the media, and society in general, tends to focus on consumer products like games for smartphones. Ironically, mobile technology is one of the areas that has the most significant and positive impact on society.

Since many mobile technologies are helping to save lives, it is worth pointing out some of the many ways mobile technologies are being used for the benefit of public safety. The following are just a few examples:

Truck monitoring

While some truck drivers might not love the idea of having their every movement tracked, the fact is, trucks make up a disproportionate amount of accidents every year. Any technology that reduces the likelihood that a truck will be in a dangerous situation can ultimately save lives.

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