International SOS and Control Risks have unveiled the latest version of their travel security tool, TravelTracker. The technology has been designed to enable clients to quickly identify the location of their employees and communicate with them as needed, wherever they are in the world. The solution also offers a gateway to the services of International SOS and Control Risks.

The upgrade includes enhanced and interactive visualisation, with improved search and navigation features. The system has been tested by around 100 clients over the past year and is integrated with the International SOS Assistance App for mobile devices. A “check-in” button will be offered which will allow travellers to notify their office that they have arrived safely.

Other key features:

•New and detailed traveller “profiles” overlayed graphically on a map provide more certainty and peace of mind in knowing who is where and if they need assistance.

•Interactive maps display the location of a medical or travel security event, helping businesses quickly track where travellers and employees are at all times.

•Fast and in-depth searches using personal, geographical, and trip data.

•Instant notifications between employers and those on the ground – 24/7 – allowing companies and employees to benefit from more informed decisions.

Rich Gallagher, chief digital officer at International SOS said: “As global business opportunities evolve and shift to different parts of the world, risks also increase for employees and expatriates living, working, and travelling abroad.

"A decade ago, we brought the first travel tracking tool to market and have continued to refine the technology based on our innovations as well as customer feedback. With organisations sending people to more risky destinations, the need for clients to know their employees’ locations and itineraries is more important than ever.

"The right information is essential to making sound decisions, especially situations that need to be addressed quickly or in the event of a crisis. Every year, we provide our clients with the ability to track their 2.4m unique international travellers. TravelTracker 6 gives travellers, expatriates and managers all the support they need to conduct business safely and securely in any part of the world.”

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