SMITHFIELD – Bryant University has won an innovation award from Campus Technology magazine for its emergency-preparedness efforts.

Although all campuses are focusing on safety and security issues, the monthly publication said Bryant’s staff has “taken current safety and security measures to another level,” particularly in its efforts to ensure that school and government emergency responders can communicate easily and effectively.

Bryant’s innovations are now being expanded to some Rhode Island public-safety agencies, the R.I. Emergency Management Agency and other schools, including Brown University, Providence College and Roger Williams University.

“Through community partnerships and a sleek IP interoperability and collaboration system, [Bryant] protects its own campus and communities across and outside the state,” the magazine said. •