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Crisis Communication

BlackBerry AtHoc

Real-time crisis communication platform for instant emergency response across all channels

HIPAA, SOC 2, FedRAMP
500+
ISO 27001
Category
Software
Ideal For
Government Agencies
Deployment
Cloud / On-premise / Hybrid
Integrations
150++ Apps
Security
End-to-end encryption, role-based access control, audit logging, two-factor authentication, data residency options
API Access
Yes - RESTful API for custom integrations and automated workflows

About BlackBerry AtHoc

BlackBerry AtHoc is an enterprise-grade crisis communication platform designed to manage emergency response and critical notifications across organizations. The platform enables rapid dissemination of real-time alerts through multiple channels—SMS, email, voice calls, push notifications, desktop alerts, and social media—ensuring message delivery to all stakeholders within seconds. AtHoc's intelligent routing capabilities automatically escalate notifications based on response patterns, while its centralized dashboard provides real-time visibility into message delivery, recipient acknowledgment, and incident status. Used extensively by government agencies, healthcare systems, corporations, and critical infrastructure operators, AtHoc streamlines emergency response coordination, reduces decision-making time, and ensures business continuity during crises. AiDOOS enhances AtHoc deployments through managed professional services, ensuring seamless integration with existing security infrastructure, optimized configuration for organizational workflows, and ongoing governance support for compliance requirements and scalability needs.

Challenges It Solves

  • Delayed emergency notifications causing slow incident response and increased organizational risk
  • Siloed communication channels preventing unified message delivery to dispersed teams
  • Lack of delivery confirmation and recipient acknowledgment during critical situations
  • Difficulty coordinating response efforts across multiple departments and locations during crises
  • Compliance gaps in emergency communication documentation and audit trails

Proven Results

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Faster incident response time with instant multi-channel notifications
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Improved stakeholder awareness and coordination during emergency events
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Complete audit trail and compliance documentation for regulatory requirements

Key Features

Core capabilities at a glance

Multi-Channel Broadcast

Simultaneous message delivery across SMS, email, voice, and social media

Reach 100% of stakeholders in under 60 seconds

Two-Way Messaging

Recipient responses and acknowledgment collection in real-time

Confirm message receipt from 95%+ of recipients instantly

Intelligent Escalation

Automatic priority routing based on response patterns and criticality

Reduce incident response time by up to 75%

Incident Management Dashboard

Centralized command center for monitoring and coordinating crisis response

Unified visibility into all active incidents and communications

Advanced Targeting

Precision notification delivery based on roles, locations, departments, and custom criteria

Ensure right message reaches right people immediately

Secure Compliance Reporting

Complete audit logs and regulatory compliance documentation automatically generated

Meet HIPAA, SOC 2, and FedRAMP requirements effortlessly

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Real-World Use Cases

See how organizations drive results

Hospital Emergency Response
Healthcare institutions use AtHoc to instantly notify staff during medical emergencies, natural disasters, or security threats. Doctors, nurses, and administrative staff receive coordinated instructions via preferred channels, improving patient safety and operational response.
89
Reduce emergency response coordination time by 70%
Government Crisis Management
Federal and local agencies deploy AtHoc to manage public emergencies, severe weather events, and security incidents. Officials coordinate inter-agency response, track resource deployment, and communicate with emergency personnel across distributed command centers.
94
Achieve 100% message delivery to critical personnel
Corporate Business Continuity
Large enterprises use AtHoc to manage facility disruptions, cybersecurity incidents, and operational crises. Executives, managers, and employees receive coordinated communications to maintain continuity and minimize business impact during emergencies.
81
Improve employee awareness of crisis protocols by 85%
Critical Infrastructure Protection
Utilities, transportation, and telecommunications operators rely on AtHoc for coordinating rapid response to infrastructure failures, security threats, and natural disasters. Multi-site teams receive synchronized alerts ensuring coordinated protective actions.
88
Reduce outage communication time from hours to seconds

Integrations

Seamlessly connect with your tech ecosystem

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Microsoft Teams

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Unified notifications integrated into Teams channels for centralized team communication during incidents

S

Slack

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Real-time alert routing to Slack channels enabling team coordination within existing workflow

S

ServiceNow

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Automated incident creation and notification triggered from ServiceNow tickets

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Cisco Webex

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Seamless integration enabling automatic conference bridge creation for crisis coordination meetings

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Splunk

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Event data ingestion from Splunk to trigger automated alert workflows based on security events

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PagerDuty

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On-call escalation integration ensuring correct incident commanders receive notifications

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Salesforce

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Customer notification capabilities integrated with Salesforce for coordinated customer communications

Implementation with AiDOOS

Outcome-based delivery with expert support

Outcome-Based

Pay for results, not hours

Milestone-Driven

Clear deliverables at each phase

Expert Network

Access to certified specialists

Implementation Timeline

1
Discover
Requirements & assessment
2
Integrate
Setup & data migration
3
Validate
Testing & security audit
4
Rollout
Deployment & training
5
Optimize
Performance tuning

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Alternatives & Comparisons

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Capability BlackBerry AtHoc Mark43 NICE Public Safety SentryPODS
Customization Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Ease of Use Good Good Good Good
Enterprise Features Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Pricing Fair Fair Fair Fair
Integration Ecosystem Excellent Excellent Excellent Good
Mobile Experience Good Good Good Good
AI & Analytics Good Excellent Excellent Good
Quick Setup Fair Good Fair Excellent

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Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly can AtHoc deliver messages to all recipients?
AtHoc delivers messages to 100% of recipients within 60 seconds through simultaneous multi-channel broadcast. Message delivery is near-instantaneous, with acknowledgments captured in real-time through SMS, email, and app-based responses.
Can AtHoc be deployed on-premise for sensitive government operations?
Yes, AtHoc supports on-premise and hybrid deployment models for organizations requiring maximum data control. FedRAMP certification and government-grade security ensure suitability for classified environments. AiDOOS can manage the deployment and ongoing operational governance.
How does AtHoc ensure message delivery during network outages?
AtHoc uses redundant delivery paths across SMS, voice networks, email, and satellite connectivity. If primary channels fail, the platform automatically routes through secondary channels, ensuring delivery even during infrastructure disruptions.
What compliance reporting does AtHoc provide?
AtHoc generates comprehensive audit reports for HIPAA, SOC 2, FedRAMP, and regulatory compliance requirements. All message sends, acknowledgments, and system access are logged with timestamps for complete incident documentation.
Can AtHoc integrate with our existing enterprise systems?
Yes, AtHoc provides RESTful APIs and pre-built integrations with ServiceNow, Slack, Teams, Salesforce, and 150+ enterprise applications. AiDOOS professional services can design custom integrations aligned with your specific operational workflows.
How is pricing structured for AtHoc?
AtHoc uses a subscription model based on organization size, message volume, and deployment type. Pricing scales with the number of users and organizations served, making it cost-effective for enterprises of all sizes. Contact AiDOOS for tailored pricing based on your requirements.