EMSC Platform

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

EMSC provides real-time earthquake information and associated data for seismic events worldwide, including targeted updates for the European-Mediterranean area, delivered via web, data queries, and the LastQuake app.

Target Customer

Seismological institutes and researchers; emergency management/public safety agencies; media; the general public (via LastQuake); eyewitnesses who contribute crowdsourced data.

Key Differentiator

Combines rapid, professional seismic data from a large international network (70+ member institutes) with crowdsourced eyewitness reports, supported by dedicated consumer apps (LastQuake) and citizen seismology initiatives.

Implementation Timeline

Immediate value upon adoption with real-time updates during seismic events.

Pain Points

1Need for timely, accurate real-time earthquake parameters across regional and global events.
2Fragmented data sources requiring rapid collection, determination, and dissemination of earthquake information.
3Public awareness and emergency response depend on accessible, widely distributed earthquake updates.

Key Features

1Real-time earthquake information and event updates
2World map and data queries for seismic events
3LastQuake Android & iOS apps for public alerts and reporting
4Citizen seismology and crowdsourced eyewitness data
5Special reports and information channels
6Partnerships with seismological institutes and donors (non-profit context)

Target Customer Industries

Client Results

1Real-time access to earthquake parameters and event updates
2Rapid collection, determination, and dissemination of seismic data
3Increased situational awareness for responders and the public through integrated data and eyewitness reports

Competitive Advantages

1Regional and global real-time earthquake information coverage
2Hybrid data model combining seismological data with crowdsourced eyewitness reports
3Large international NGO network (70+ member institutes) ensuring data credibility and breadth
4Public-facing tools (LastQuake) alongside professional data channels
5Dedicated reports and information channels for ongoing response and awareness

Key Benefits

1Instant real-time earthquake updates

2Broad geographic coverage (Euro-Med focus with global reach)

3Engagement of the public through LastQuake and citizen seismology

4Credible data sourced from a 70+ institute network

5Multiple access channels (web, apps, data queries)

Additional Product Information

Product Description

A real-time earthquake information platform operated by an international NGO, providing seismic data, LastQuake app access, data queries, and citizen seismology through a global network of member institutes.

Target Market

Seismological institutes and researchers; emergency management/public safety agencies; media; general public (via LastQuake); eyewitness communities.

Unique Value Proposition

Real-time, globally-informed earthquake data enhanced by crowdsourced eyewitness reporting, delivered through consumer apps and professional channels via a large, trusted international network.

Technical Requirements

Access via web platform; Android & iOS apps (LastQuake); internet connectivity required for data queries and app usage.

Pricing Model

Donation-based / non-profit funding model; no explicit paid pricing information provided.

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