Prepared Secures $27M to Modernize Public Safety Systems
In an era where technology is rapidly advancing, Prepared is stepping up to ensure public safety doesn’t lag behind.
Today, the company announced it has raised $27 million in Series B funding, led by Andreessen Horowitz, with contributions from First Round Capital, M13, and NewView Capital.
This brings their total funding to nearly $60 million—a crucial investment that aims to revolutionize emergency response systems with AI-powered solutions.
Despite leaps in industries like retail, hospitality, and transportation (we’re looking at you, Amazon, Airbnb, and Uber), emergency services have been left in the dust. First responders, crucially, still rely on outdated systems, leading to slower response times and, at times, dire consequences.
Think about it: a 911 caller struggling to communicate in a foreign language, a telecommunicator typing feverishly while juggling live incidents, or a first responder entering a situation blind. These aren’t just minor inconveniences; they can be life-or-death situations.
Prepared is working to change that by building an AI platform designed to support first responders with real-time tools.
- Imagine calling 911 and being understood instantly, even if you’re speaking in a different language.
Or telecommunicators having AI assistants that take over the tedious task of logging details, letting them focus on the emergency. First responders? They’ll walk into any situation armed with data like photos and videos—no more playing a dangerous guessing game.
The $27 million boost will allow Prepared to enhance these tools, making them accessible to more communities.
This funding news comes as global events like natural disasters and public health crises remind us just how important efficient emergency response systems are.
So, next time you're concerned about tech taking over your job—don’t worry. It’s here to make sure first responders can do their jobs faster and better. Plus, now 911 might actually know what’s up when your cat’s stuck on a tree.
