New threats to schools hit the headlines far too frequently. If it’s not a gunman with a grudge, it’s a hurricane spreading havoc. Many schools are meeting these threats by upgrading their emergency-response communications.

Improved audio quality is one of the best reasons to use digital two-way radios (walkie-talkies) in commercial settings. Particularly in environments where radios are used by mobile work teams who move around a lot over large distances and need to stay in instant communication with other people in their organizations.

Two-way radios (walkie-talkies) for hotel workers are critical communications solutions designed to drive customer service benefits and increase day-to-day staff productivity.

One touch, no reach. Those are the two fundamentals for using two-way radios (walkie-talkies) safely while driving. Federal regulations forbid the use of cellphones and sending text messages while driving commercial vehicles.

Event security can be a substantial logistical challenge with dozens of things happening at once and people gathering by the thousands. Whether it’s a sporting event, a music series, a trade show, an art festival or a corporate event, it’s all about coordination. And coordination comes down to communication. Are the right people getting the right information in a timely manner?

On October 12, 2015, Motorola will no longer manufacture four of its analog two-way radios (walkie-talkies). This move is expected to encourage users to migrate to superior digital technologies, which provide added operating and performance benefits. Analog has been the primary technology for two-way radios since the 1930s and it has delivered proven reliability and economy.

Intrinsically Safe two-way radios (walkie-talkies) approved to the FM3610_88 standard may only be manufactured through the end of December 2015. The FM3610_88 expired in 2012 and affects products from all Land Mobile Radio manufacturers, that are certified to this standard. There are no known safety issues with two-way radios certified under the FM3610_88 standard.

Second of a three-part series. If you’re buying two-way radios (walkie-talkies) for your organization, you need to do it right and get an FCC license. If you don’t, you’re probably breaking the law.* Besides, there are also ample rewards for operating your radios by the book. For example, you have recourse if other radio operators are making a nuisance of themselves on channels assigned to you.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has added more teeth to its edict requiring business radio users to migrate to narrow band frequencies.

Companies and organizations that use high-tech, digital two-way radio (walkie-talkie) networks can’t afford to let communications equipment failures threaten their mission goals.