Lone worker solution switch

NHS Stockport has adopted Skyguard's lone worker safety service, replacing its existing Identicom solution purchased through a framework agreement. In 2009, NHS Trusts across England and Wales purchased personal alarms for their lone working employees through a national framework agreement, which was part-funded by the government. Funding was only for the first two years of the contract - after which Trusts took responsibility for the remainder of the contract.

With recent changes in public sector spending, many Trusts are now looking for more cost-effective, viable alternatives to offer 24/7 backup and assistance for their lone working staff. According to Skyguard, its service is on average 7% cheaper compared to the Trust's previous provider; allows unlimited numbers of users to share a device at no extra cost; and is simple to use.