News
FDNY 2011 Administrative Medals & Awards:
November 18, 2011
The FDNY's Electronic Fireground Accountability System (EFAS) Program Management and R&D staff have been honored with the Department's Administration Medal, which "was created in 1914 to ecourage uniformed and civilian members to study Depoartment problems and develop viable solutions." SDI's Mayday/Rollcall Application (MRA) is an integral part of EFAS.
Technology Meets FDNY Accountability:
By Jane Jerrard, November 1, 2011
Fire Department New York City (FDNY) project personnel describe how Electronic Fireground Accountability System (EFAS) works to ensure firefighter safety and how the system fits into the FDNY's larger Fireground Accountability Program.
New York Prepares for the Fire Next Time:
By Chad Bray, September 7, 2011
The Wall Street Journal reports on Fire Department New York City (FDNY) preparations including reference to the emergency alert "Mayday" software developed by SDI and used by the FDNY as part of their overall approach to strengthen fire safety strategies and procedures.
FDNY Deploys Software-Based Mayday System:
By Mary Rose Roberts, July 21, 2011
After a 90-day field test and more than one year in research and development, the New York City Fire Department has installed the the Electronic Fireground Accountability System (EFAS), a citywide, data-based accountability mayday system that more effectively pinpoints the location of firefighters and reduces radio ID confusion.
With New Fire Department Technology, a 'Mayday' Could Bring Faster Help:
By Al Baker, The New York Times, July 12, 2011
The Fire Department New York City (FDNY) began citywide use of SDI's Mayday/Rollcall Application (MRA) software running on the Electronic Fireground Accountability System (EFAS).
SDI Fireground Accountability Applications Discussed In 2011 Safety Week Fireground Survivability Document:
June 27, 2011
For the 2011 International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) "Safety, Health and Survival Week", FDNY fireground tactics supported by SDI-developed Mayday/Rollcall Application (MRA), Tour Roster application, and RFID application are discussed in Chapter 2 of the “Surviving the Fireground” document at FirefighterCloseCalls.com.
New FDNY Firefighter Tracking System Fully Active:
By Paul Peluso, Firehouse.com News, June 23, 2011
SDI, referred to here as the "third party" software developer, achieves operational status of its Mayday/Rollcall Application (MRA) software inside of the Fire Department New York City's (FDNY) Electronic Fireground Accountability System (EFAS).
SDI Web Application Provides FDNY On-Line Accountability Capability:
May 18, 2011
SDI deployed a web application to deliver an on-line tour staffing capability for the Fire Department New York City (FDNY) to support FDNY strategic objectives to apply electronic/digital technologies to Firefighter locator efforts.
FDNY developing tracking technology to keep tabs on firefighters, even in fierce blazes:
By Jonathan Lemire, NY Daily News, April 29, 2011
The FDNY is developing state-of-the art tracking technology to help safeguard firefighters battling even the fiercest fires, the Daily News has learned.
SDI Application Software Used on EFAS:
March 24, 2011
SDI's Mayday/Rollcall Application (MRA) software is being used in the Electronic Fireground Accountability System (EFAS) to detect emergency alerts at fire incidents and to associate radio ID information to specific position assignments and personnel.
SDI Teams With Praxis, Inc. for NRL Contract:
February 18, 2009
SDI teamed with Praxis, Inc. to support the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) contract for Satellite, Communication, and Comprehensive Maritime Awareness Research & Development and Associated Services. The NRL awarded Praxis a contract to provide scientific, technical, and engineering support services for satellite, maritime, and communications systems. SDI is participating as a team member to provide software development, project planning services, and technical documentation efforts.
Silicon Valley Cities Pause, Reflect on Muni Wi-Fi Commitments:
By Richard Martin, Information Week, July 23, 2007
Officials from six cities and the Northern California county of Santa Clara have launched a major review and cost-benefit analysis to determine whether and to what extent they should participate in the massive, 44-city Wireless Silicon Valley project.
Tracking Firefighters with Chips:
Gothamist, February 24, 2007
The New York City Fire Deptarment has been working with the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, DC, to develop transmitting chips for firefighters' gear that will allow electronic tracking of firefighters on the scene of an emergency call. The chip would have to withstand the heat, smoke, and water found while fighting a fire. It would be activated when a firefighter boards a truck to respond to a call.