Business Case Studies

Discover How ZOLEO Keeps Teams Safe and Improves
Business and Field operations

Trail Bus

As a company that offers curated trail running and hiking tours in the remote Australian outback, Trail Bus depends on effective communication to manage risks, unpredictable weather, and environmental hazards to keep its customers safe. ZOLEO is indispensable to supporting Trail Bus's commitment to safety and adventure, providing dependable, clear communication between guides and staff. In addition to the global messaging, Trail Bus also leverages ZOLEO for its superior SOS alerting capabilities to address incidents on the trail promptly, no matter how remote the adventure.

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Technical Evacuation Advanced Aero Medical (TEAAM)

TEAAM is a not-for-profit organization that provides pre-hospital care and transport to patients in remote areas. Effective communication is critical for successful missions, but the organization found two-way radios and other satellite devices unreliable. After deploying ZOLEO devices at each of its bases, they have since become a lifeline for employees. TEAAM no longer have communications gaps and the ability to send long messages has been a game changer for their team.

Information Technology Disaster Resource Center (ITDRC)

Providing technical resources to support disaster relief, ITDRC faced communication challenges during the 2021 Haitian earthquake due to degraded infrastructure. The volunteer-driven organization used ZOLEO devices to augment limited communications capabilities and coordinate relief efforts. The devices’ portability and ease of use was key in allowing for effortless communication between teams both locally and in the US. The add-on Location Share+ feature also helped the organization monitor the movement of teams in the field to ensure their safety in areas of concern.

Blue Collar Silviculture

Dedicated to reforesting the Canadian wilderness, the Silviculture division at Blue Collar Group faces remote work challenges across five camps. With limited cell service, hazardous conditions and the need for off-grid communication, the team sought an affordable and reliable solution. Equipping its workforce with ZOLEO devices proved successful, providing easy messaging, centralized conversations and the crucial SOS button for emergency support. In addition to improving safety, ZOLEO enhanced operational efficiency and is now an essential part of its management toolkit.

49 North Helicopters

49 North Helicopters operates a fleet of 10 aircraft, providing services such as heli-skiing and search and rescue. The company needed a reliable and affordable means of keeping its team connected in areas without cell coverage. After trying radios and another satellite device, 49 North Helicopters switched to ZOLEO, which was easier to use and allowed multiple pilots to share the same device. With a device in each aircraft, ZOLEO is now the main mode of communication for the company, centralizing conversations, automating check-ins for safety and providing peace of mind.

Moto Trails USA

Moto Trails USA offers VIP guided motorcycle tours across the US and Bolivia. The company faced communication challenges when operating in remote areas without cellular coverage. Two-way radios and Globalstar SPOT devices proved unreliable. The business switched to ZOLEO for its affordability, global coverage and long-lasting battery life. ZOLEO has allowed the organization to simplify check-ins and enhance its guest experience. Moto Trails USA now includes ZOLEO in their rental bags, so riders enjoy added peace of mind if they get separated from the group.

Stellar Adventure Travel

Stellar Adventure Travel faced communication challenges during extreme sports trips. Relying on helicopters for transport, having reliable communication was essential for safety and effective operations. Radios proved unreliable across mountainous terrain and other satellite solutions had a problematic lag. They switched to ZOLEO for its affordability, reliable coverage and ease of use. Their team now depends on ZOLEO for communication, and also use it to monitor unguided tour clients. ZOLEO has increased efficiency and everyone’s peace of mind.

Scott Lake Lodge

Scott Lake Lodge, a luxury fly-in fishing resort located in a remote area of Canada, faced challenges in communicating with its staff, guests and pilots due to the lack of reliable and affordable communication options. ZOLEO was chosen for its ease of use and low cost. Check-in messages, location sharing and weather forecasts have enabled the team to communicate efficiently, enhancing both safety and hospitality, as well as creating a fantastic guest experience.

Ocean Legacy Foundation (OLF)

With a mission to eliminate plastic waste from land and aquatic environments, OLF encountered significant communication challenges when deploying staff and volunteers to isolated locations accessible only by water or air. However, its operations took a remarkable turn with the introduction of ZOLEO. Discover how ZOLEO revolutionized their communication, enabling OLF to operate more efficiently and ensure the safety of their teams in remote environments.