Sign In Solutions, a visitor management solution, has launched a new bundle of features for its Sign In App aiming to help K-12 schools mitigate risks.
According to a study conducted by the National Center for Education Statistics, only 40 percent of U.S. public schools report feeling “very prepared” to handle intruders. Despite this, many schools are facing budget uncertainty in the light of federal, state, and local cuts.
"Safety is a top priority for schools and parents, however many schools are relying on outdated systems and processes for checking credentials of onsite visitors such as chaperones, guest speakers, or maintenance crews," says Chris Burton, Executive Vice President of Experiences and Design at Sign In Solutions.
"Schools need a scalable, secure, and affordable solution that protects staff, students, and visitors, but also affords every visitor a welcoming, positive experience reflecting the school's values. Our new bundle balances safety with making students, faculty, and guests comfortable in their surroundings so everyone can focus on learning."
The App’s features include an ID scan and safety checks that verify visitors in real time against the National Sex Offender Registry and internal watchlists. It also provides a risk score before approving sign ins.
"We had the unfortunate experience of having to be evacuated due to the LA wildfires. I cannot express enough how, because we had Sign In App, we were prepared for that situation," explains a staff member at the Los Angeles Unified School District. "We were able to access reports and effectively evacuate everybody off campus. So thank you. You actually did save lives."
