MASS NOTIFICATION
When every second counts, everyone gets the message.
Instant alerts. Informed people. Safer outcomes
WHAT IS MASS NOTIFICATION?
Mass notification refers to the rapid distribution of urgent or important information to large groups of people. These systems are used by organizations, governments, schools, and businesses to keep people informed and safe delivering timely alerts during emergencies, i,e, active shooter, weather events, security threats, outages.
• Share critical updates with employees, students, or the public.
• Ensure messages reach people quickly and reliably across multiple channels.
Mass notification platforms typically send messages through:
• SMS/text
• Email
• Phone calls/voice alerts
• Mobile apps and push notifications
• Desktop pop‑ups
• Digital signage or PA systems
• Social media integrations
Brookside is vendor agnostic and works with all of the top providers in this space.

Mass Notification
Buyer’s Guide
InformaCast Mass Notification Buyer’s Guide is a comprehensive, easy‑to‑read resource designed to help organizations evaluate and select the right mass notification system for their safety and communication needs.
It explains how the mass notification landscape has evolved beyond simple paging or SMS tools and outlines what a complete solution should include—threat detection, multi‑channel alerting, incident management, and daily communication capabilities.
The guide walks buyers through every stage of the decision‑making process, highlighting:
• Why mass notification is essential for modern safety and business continuity
• How to integrate existing technologies like phones, speakers, signage, and security systems
• Limitations of mobile‑only solutions and what features are now considered non‑negotiable