Risk management firm will integrate systems with technology provider

International SOS, a health and security risk management firm, announced a strategic alliance and investment with Factal, a verified risk intelligence technology provider. Under the alliance, according to the announcement, cross-product integration will enable organizations to access real-time, geolocated risk alerts and mobile worker location data more effectively than ever.

The alliance, said the announcement, will further enhance International SOS’s own suite of medical and security intelligence services, which include actionable real-time alerts and other features such as pandemic information, longer-term forecasting, location guides and digital learning, all powered by the group’s dedicated specialist Information and analysis teams.

Jarrett Michau, CEO of International SOS, said there has been an “alarming” surge in unverified information, making it increasingly difficult for organizations to access reliable and trusted information that is crucial when protecting the mobile workforce. He said Factal’s “pioneering approach to fast and verified risk intelligence makes them an excellent partner for International SOS.”

Factal combines advanced AI with an experienced team of editors working 24/7 to detect and verify global events. Under the alliance, International SOS will leverage Factal’s platform and data to enhance its risk management offerings further. Integrating Factal’s Alerts service into International SOS’s existing subscription service, said the announcement, will allow for a cohesive experience where users can access comprehensive risk data alongside essential resources.

Charlie Tillinghast, CEO of Factal, said, “At a time when fast, accurate information is more important than ever to keep people safe, this partnership and investment connects the medical and travel security excellence of International SOS with Factal’s trusted expertise in technology and journalism.”