Summary

Traditional emergency alerts rely solely on alarms, which may not be fully effective for blind individuals. A solution integrating tactile and audio alerts is required for safety.

Target Users

Blind individuals in public and residential spaces

User Journey

AhmedAhmad is in a government building when a fire alarm rings.

1

He receives a vibrating alert and an audio message on his mobile via a linked safety app.

2

The app guides him to the nearest exit using voice instructions.

3

He safely evacuates.

Potential Service Features

  • Mobile app with push notifications and vibration alerts
  • Voice instructions for exit routes
  • Integration with national emergency systems

Touch Points

Issue Statement

Relying solely on sound alarms does not ensure blind individuals can respond safely to emergencies.

Expected Key Benefits

Faster, safer evacuation

Inclusive emergency response

Reduces panic and risk

Implementation Analysis

Implementation Timeline

Timeline Short

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Technology Commercial Viability

Timeline Short

Available Now

Viable in Short Term

Viable in Long Term

Investment Requirements

Timeline Medium

Low

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High

Key Implementation Considerations

1

Integration with emergency agencies

2

Multilingual voice support

3

Offline accessibility