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Discover how Ameren leverages Everbridge to stay resilient during Midwest weather disruptions and ensure regulatory compliance for nuclear facilities. From location-based notifications with maps to customizable forms for external stakeholders, Everbridge transforms how Ameren handles critical events.

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Everbridge has changed the way my team responds to disruptions and critical events in a variety of ways. One way I can think of is, we tend to have bad weather in the Midwest. Inclement weather, whether it’s like, tornado season, whether it’s fire season, or even in the winter.

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It always kind of poses, challenges operationally and also just for coworkers trying to get to their work center.

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One thing that happened this winter was that there was a massive, snow and ice storm and business segments were scrambling, trying to figure out who was going to be able to be remote, who was going to be able to work where. And Everbridge really came in key there because there’s a really nice function, with their incidents and notifications that allows you to kind of create an ad hoc HTML, little web page.

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And that page you can actually add valuable, visual information like maps. So we were able to utilize this function and send texts to key, employees at specific locations, because Everbridge also allows you to put in specific location information for employees.

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So we were able to target the employees who work at specific places and then send them key information just pertinent to them so they knew, where was safe to drive and where wasn’t, and it also kind of helps other employees know, okay, if we sent you a certain message, you don’t report to work.

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But if we sent you this message with maps and information, then you know exactly how to get to work and exactly where to park and where the safe spots are.

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The one way Everbridge has helped my organization stay resilient is just how customizable it is to situations that might happen to differt business segments. One such time is we support, nuclear facilities, and one of the nuclear facilities needed to find a way to send customizable information to external stakeholders that needed to be received in a very specific amount of time and acknowledged in order to maintain, regulatory compliance with their governing body.

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So through Everbridge we were able to engage some professional services and build out really, really complex forms that had various ways to input information. So they were like dropdown toggles. There was a place for manual input, and it was great because it allowed them to achieve the level of granularity that was necessary.

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And then send that to external stakeholders who were simply able, type like yes, or whatever they needed, to respond within the allotted time. This was vastly different than the system that they were using before, in the best possible way. We could see that data visualized exactly when people responded, who responded.

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And we had the flexibility to send it to, specific people within an organization. So it was just incredible. The nuclear team is using it and they’re loving it. And we are constantly in conversations about how we can further expand.

Understanding the nature of modern threats isn’t just important, it’s essential. With terrorism and active shooter incidents on the rise, preparation and informed decision-making are critical to ensuring safety and resilience. Leaders across organizations, public spaces, and communities need reliable insights and strategies to identify risks, plan effectively, and mitigate potential harm. 

Building preparedness is about action. Trusted, up-to-date data, paired with practical checklists and clear guidance, empowers you to tackle today’s challenges with confidence. 

The alarming numbers you need to know 

Data tells a powerful story about the growing complexity of global risks. From terrorism to active shooter events, the statistics paint a sobering picture that no organization can afford to ignore: 

Active shooter incidents skyrocket  

The United States experienced a 70% increase in active shooter incidents between 2020 and 2024 compared to the previous five years. Even with a 50% drop in incidents reported in 2024 versus 2023, the underlying trends highlight the persistent threat that looms over workplaces, schools, and public spaces. 

Regions in crisis  

Sub-Saharan Africa continues to experience devastating impacts from terrorism, with significant fatalities among civilian populations in 2024. This region’s turbulent environment underscores the urgent need for global organizations to adapt security strategies for emerging regional risks. 

These numbers aren’t just statistics—they’re urgent calls to action. Understanding the trends behind these troubling figures is the first step toward resilience. 

Download our white paper, ‘Understanding the threat landscape: Trends in terrorism and active shooter incidents,’ to learn more. 

Insights and strategies to build resilience 

Today’s environment demands a thorough analysis of how threats have evolved. Digital platforms are transforming the landscape, enabling new methods of planning, recruitment, and hybrid attacks that blend physical and digital aggression. Awareness of these trends is indispensable for leaders who want to stay ahead of the curve. 

Preparedness relies on a proactive, practical approach. Actionable checklists help evaluate and improve current measures—whether updating emergency plans, conducting regular training, or integrating new technologies to enhance crisis response. Tailored recommendations ensure organizations of all sizes can safeguard people, assets, and reputation in an increasingly unpredictable world. 

Communication and coordination are critical. Leveraging technology to strengthen your response systems reduces risk and shortens crisis response time, ultimately supporting stronger outcomes. 

Don’t wait for the next incident 

Preparedness is a mindset, and resilience is built through decisive action. The risks are clear, but this doesn’t mean you’re powerless. Equip yourself—and your team—with the knowledge and resources that can make a real difference. 

Your safety starts here. Don’t leave it to chance.