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Jennifer

Public Safety, 11-50 employees

Used daily for more than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

4

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed November 2019

FirstResponse911 improves efficiency by leaps and bounds

We've had great success with this product and often encourage other agencies to get on board so that we can further benefit from communicating with a broader group.

PROS

We have been using FR911 in our center for a few years and were amazed by how it so positively impacted our workflow. We're a relatively small Emergency Communications Center for how large our call volume and population is, and when we find a product that helps us to exchange information more efficiently with other agencies, we definitely take an interest. We love that the chat feature allows us to remain on a 9-1-1 call with a caller having an emergency without having to put them on hold to relay information to another agency, such as how to get to a complicated address or that the situation has become dangerous.

CONS

Prior to the last upgrade there was an issue with the chat window falling behind our other software and along with some other feedback, that issue was resolved by creating a user setting as well as a few other optional settings. The technicians in charge of working with us as customers did an excellent job in tailoring to product to fit our needs.

Reason for choosing FirstResponse911

Prior to the latest big upgrade we were using the product mostly for the chat function. It has worked so well for us that there hasn't been a reason to shop for anything else, in my opinion.

Vendor Response

Thanks, Jennifer! We are glad that we were able to address your concerns.

Replied December 2019

Justin

Hospital & Health Care, 501-1,000 employees

Used daily for less than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

4

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

4

Reviewed February 2021

FirstResponse911

PROS

FirstResponse911 has streamlined the emergency call taking process for us. We have cut back tremendously on the number of phone calls we have to answer, improved call entry and response time, and also cut back on the errors that occur when taking an emergency call verbally. We are also able to quickly message the PSAPs that also use this software rather than calling them for any questions we have regarding a call. I recommend this software to every 911 director that we transport with. I can't overstate how FirstResponse911 has improved our efficiency, reduced our errors, and improved our overall response times leading to better patient care.

CONS

FirstResponse911 does have a small learning curve when you first start utilizing the software. At no fault of their own, implementation can also be difficult. The software has to be individualized to every center's personal CAD system, which will have some bugs or issues early on. However, their customer support team is always available and willing to assist when these issues arise.

Vendor Response

Justin - thank you for acknowledging our customer support team. They work extremely hard to deliver a great experience for our customers.

Replied March 2021

Neal

Public Safety, 11-50 employees

Used daily for less than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

3

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

4

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed November 2019

9-1-1 Dispatch Center

I'm a big fan of automating as much as possible to relieve some of the burden from my telecommunicators, this product does that very well.

PROS

Integration to our CAD makes outbound telephone calls to the ambulance service almost obsolete. Almost all of our information traffic to the ambulance service is automated.

CONS

For smaller centers that are on a tight budget the cost is difficult to offset.

Vendor Response

Thanks, Neal! We appreciate your business!

Replied November 2019

George

Hospital & Health Care, 501-1,000 employees

Used daily for less than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed December 2019

Straight forward and efficient tool

Excellent. FirstReponse911 greatly reduces the number of inbound phone call allowing our emergency dispatcher to operate more efficiently. The software also reduces the call intake time to seconds, instead of a minute over the phone. The ability to customize keywords alerts helps keep the commutations center aware of status changes or safety concerns. The FirstResponse911 team is very responsive and able to accommodate our configuration adjustments quickly.

PROS

The software is very easy to install and implement across a large communications center. It is also very easy to train and use on a daily basis.

CONS

The tool accomplishes its purpose well, so we really don’t have any dislikes.

Reason for choosing FirstResponse911

CAD-to-CAD solutions are expensive, complex and open additional security concerns around joining networks. FirstResponse911 simplifies the communication and security needs, eliminating CAD-to-CAD, and is able to exchange data without any direct connects between networks. DataTech911 solution is brilliantly simple to implement and use.

Vendor Response

Thank you, George! We are glad that FirstResponse911 has improved your call intake efficiency.

Replied December 2019

Vaughan

Government Administration, 5,001-10,000 employees

Used daily for less than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

4

Reviewed November 2019

FR911 Software

From the beginning DataTech911 was very good to work with and the installation/implementation group was very knowledgeable. The first version was a little cumbersome to install and maintain, however the current version is a lot easier install and maintain. Every time an issue arises Datatech911 is very quick to respond

PROS

FR911 from Datatech911 is a very simple software to configure and install. Every time an update is release the instructions are easy to follow and very thorough. Customer support is very good and response times are excellent.

CONS

I do not have any problems or dislikes about the current version of FR911.

Reason for choosing FirstResponse911

FR911 was easier to customize and install.

Vendor Response

Thanks, Vaughan! We appreciate your business!

Replied November 2019

Doug

Telecommunications, 11-50 employees

Used daily for more than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

4

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

4

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed February 2021

PSAP communications

It is a good product and has great potential to connect all 911 center’s.

PROS

Like how easy it is to have rapid communication between us and other PSAPs and live view of hospital operations and that the hospitals can view what emergencies are coming to their location.

CONS

I don’t like not be able to have access to the strip history without contacting FR911 to get it.

Vendor Response

Thanks for your review Doug! The next release of the FirstResponse911 AdminApp will provide access to individual Incident Audit reports.

Replied February 2021

Sandra

Hospital & Health Care, 201-500 employees

Used daily for less than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed November 2019

Software that has helps up reduce response times to emergency calls

We have a wonderful relationship with FirstResponse911; anytime we have an issue it is quickly resolved, any time we have a questions it is quickly answered!

PROS

I like the fact that the system is very easy to use and doesn't require a lot of training. It is very reliable and rarely fails!

CONS

The only thing I can think of is when we log out of the program, if we immediately log back in, previous calls that are completed are not there anymore. But that is being very picky.

Vendor Response

Thanks, Sandy!

Replied November 2019

Brandon

Government Administration, 51-200 employees

Used daily for less than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed November 2019

Saving time

PROS

The integration of this software to our CAD has decreased the amount of time my dispatchers are spending on the phone. Less manual entry has resulted in fewer mistakes and more accuracy.

CONS

I would like to see more agencies be able to use this product. We are working with our local towing company and would like to bring on utilities as well.

Vendor Response

Thanks, Brandon! Our plan is to release the towing interface in 1st quarter 2020.

Replied November 2019

Thomas

Public Safety, 51-200 employees

Used daily for less than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

4

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed February 2021

Does exactly what we need it to do.

We don't want to miss notifications of EMS personnel on medical calls for service and this has accomplished that.

PROS

This integrated seamlessly with our existing systems and handles notifications without any separate effort.

CONS

While there are notifications if the system is down, it could be more robust.

Reason for choosing FirstResponse911

It felt like the best fit and was cost effective.

Vendor Response

Thanks, Tom! We appreciate your business!

Replied February 2021

STEVE

Law Enforcement, 11-50 employees

Used daily for less than 12 months

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

4

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

4

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

3

Reviewed November 2019

COMMUNICATION SUPERVISOR

VERY POSITIVE

PROS

EASE OF USE, SIMPLE SETUP, QUICK TRAINING FOR NEW EMPLOYEES

CONS

ON THE ADMIN SIDE, WE ARE UNABLE TO MAKE CHANGES TO OUR STAFF, I.E. STAFF UP DATE, REMOVAL OF STAFF THAT HAVE LEFT THE DEPARTMENT, UPDATE MISTAKES TO EMPLOYEE ENTRIES

Reason for choosing FirstResponse911

IT WAS THE ONLY SOFTWARE WE LOOKED AT THAT COULD DO WHAT WE NEEDED

Vendor Response

Thank you Steve! We truly appreciate your business. We have taken your concerns into consideration and a future release of FirstResponse911 will enhance user management.

Replied November 2019

Vicki

Public Safety, 11-50 employees

Used daily for more than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

4

VALUE FOR MONEY

4

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed July 2022

Review

Customer Service is great and proactive.

PROS

Visible Display and receiving end acknowlegement

CONS

Does not have 2-way access.

Reason for choosing FirstResponse911

The EMS Agency chose the software

Vendor Response

Thank you for your review.

Replied July 2022

Dan

Public Safety, 11-50 employees

Used daily for less than 12 months

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed November 2019

A valuable asset

PROS

FirstResponse911 saves lives. The ability to remove minutes off an ambulance notification for a 911 call simply saves lives. Additionally the CAD to CAD transfer of data removes any chance of errors being made or misunderstanding an address over the telephone. The uptime and reliability of the software is also great.

CONS

The pricing is borderline prohibitive for an agency our size. I saw the value in the software, but others may struggle with the value proposition and not commit to a purchase.

Vendor Response

Thanks, Dan! We appreciate your business!

Replied November 2019

Jennifer

Hospital & Health Care, 11-50 employees

Used daily for less than 12 months

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed February 2021

Happy User

PROS

The ease of the system, and the guidance from the company.

CONS

No issues, any questions or issues it has been handled quickly.

Vendor Response

Thanks, Jennifer!

Replied February 2021

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