Can 911 find your remote workers?

As mandatory work-from-home policies are implemented across the U.S., it is crucial to revisit the implications of supporting 911 services for remote workers and understand the limitations of VoIP and wireless emergency calling. Traditional desk phones may not recognize a change in location when moved from an office to a home, potentially leading to incorrect routing of 911 calls. Updating remote workers' provisioned 911 locations is recommended to ensure effective emergency response. Dynamic 911 location capabilities, such as those found in Microsoft Teams, allow organizations to provide accurate location information for remote workers. In case of emergencies, employees may instinctively use their cell phones, but this can lead to a lack of notification within the enterprise and an absence of specific address details provided to public safety. Establishing formal processes for capturing location data for work-at-home users is essential in light of upcoming deadlines for RAY BAUM's Act and the anticipated growth of remote work.