Press Releases

Introducing CNIP

Emergency Services Interactive Systems is pleased to announce the rollout of its new software created to assist first responders and management teams in the development of a coordinated response process. The Coordinated NIMS Incident Planner (CNIP) unites local, state and federal levels by creating a multiple-agency plan that cuts Incident Action Plan (IAP) development and preparation times in half. 

CNIP Premiered at the 2007 All Star Game

Emergency Services Interactive Systems is pleased to announce the successful debut of its new software, Coordinated NIMS Incident Planner (CNIP), the first-ever program designed to aid development of Incident Action Plans that can be synchronized with those of multiple first responder organizations. The July 10, 2007, All Star Game played at San Francisco’s AT&T Park became the first large-scale event to be managed by a single, coordinated emergency response plan. Post-event reporting shows overall success of the combined plan, the achievement of which is lauded by both the local and national organizations participating in the formal inauguration of this important new software.

CNIP at the Republican National Convention

For the first time, a new hi-tech solution to emergency response planning was used to help secure the Republican National Convention, held September 2008 at the Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul, MN. The Saint Paul Fire Department set a new standard for the first-response industry with its use of the Coordinated NIMS Incident Planner, or CNIP.

CNIP at the Mavericks Surf Contest

The San Mateo Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services will capitalize on the popular Mavericks Surf Contest to test new technology that will enhance its disaster response program. San Mateo’s OES will use the Coordinated NIMS Incident Planner (CNIP) to coordinate response plans with all agencies involved with the event. Deputies, Federal and state agencies, as well as the many volunteers, will take part in the collaborative effort — a first for the county.

 

Magazine Articles

Coordinating Emergency Planning: New Software Tackles Usual Obstacles Associated with Planning and Response Efforts

President Bush’s approval of the 9/11 Commission’s recommendations has made official the urgency to solve the deficiencies in the disaster response process. The President’s acceptance of the Commission’s directives follows his 2002 decree that established the Department of Homeland Security — a result of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. In so doing he directed the largest reorganization of the U.S. Government in 50 years. However, the Department’s mission, to “develop and coordinate the implementation of a comprehensive national strategy to secure the United States from terrorist threats or attacks,” has yet to hit its mark.

New Emergency Response Technology at The Republican National Convention

The 2008 Republican National Convention will be noted for yet another “first” — its use of important new technology in the field of emergency response.

The Saint Paul Fire Department had quickly realized that the complexities of the huge event required sophisticated emergency planning that went beyond their current methods. The hi-tech solution they chose comes from the rapidly expanding new field of emergency response technology. The growing public demand for better, faster, stronger responses spawned the new industry.