Migrating from 3G to 4G, Explained

In-depth MAMA industry webinar showcases top tips to navigate upcoming network shut-downs

NEW YORK – March 22, 2021 – MobileHelp®, a leader in mobile Personal Emergency Response Systems (mPERS) and healthcare technology, and VRI®, a leader in remote monitoring and client engagement solutions, today shared the Medical Alert Monitoring Association’s (MAMA) webinar on “Executing the 4G Transition,” designed to help businesses as they navigate the upcoming network migration.

Presented in a panel-style discussion featuring Rob Flippo, CEO of MobileHelp, and Jason Anderson, CEO of VRI, and moderated by MAMA President Daniel Oppenheim, CEO, Affiliated Monitoring, the webinar provided insights and industry information to prepare for a 4G future.

The actionable tips, real-world advice, and boots-on-the-ground perspectives from Mr. Flippo and Mr. Anderson included the following: 

• What the 3G sunset means for businesses;
• What to expect from the major network carriers;
• Best practices for a smooth network transition process; and
• Strategies and options for uninterrupted connectivity.

“Our extensive experience through the process of multiple network migrations – from 2G to 3G and now 3G to 4G – has given us a framework for success that we wanted to share with industry executives who are planning now to navigate this challenge,” said Mr. Flippo. “Jason and I combined our collective experience to create the substance for this webinar, with real-life examples and tips for a seamless transition to ensure devices remain connected.”

“VRI is proud to share what we have learned from our proactive approach to the 3G to 4G transition so leaders throughout the industry can mitigate the risk to vulnerable populations,” said Mr. Anderson.

The recording of the webinar is now available here.

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About MobileHelp:

MobileHelp is a leading provider of mobile Personal Emergency Response Systems (mPERS) and health management solutions. MobileHelp mPERS devices are integrated with nationwide wireless voice, data and GPS technology to provide real-time medical alert monitoring services and expedited personal

emergency assistance. In addition, MobileHelp offers proactive health management services through its healthcare division, Clear Arch Health. For more information about MobileHelp, please call 1-800-989-9863 or visit the company website at www.MobileHelp.com.

About VRI:

VRI is an industry leading provider of remote monitoring solutions with a comprehensive suite of connected technologies, including emergency response systems, vitals monitoring devices, and medication management units. VRI partners with health plans and care partners to drive positive outcomes, including the reduction of health plan costs, closure of gaps in care, improvement of health plan quality initiatives, and more through a high touch engagement model. For more information, visit https://vricares.com/