Under the direction of Commissioner Frank Strada, the Tennessee Department of Correction (TDOC) is rolling out the CENTEGIX Safety Platform across all 10 of its state-run prisons. The system provides staff with wearable CrisisAlert devices that allow for immediate distress calls from any location within a facility. Once triggered, the alert pinpoints the user’s exact position, sending data directly to the newly established Correction Safety Intelligence Center (CSIC) in Nashville.

This centralized command structure operates 24/7, enabling personnel to monitor incidents across the entire state network simultaneously. By integrating these alerts into a single hub, the department aims to accelerate response times and improve coordination between on-site teams and external agencies. Commissioner Strada described the move as a necessary upgrade to modern safety standards, noting that the technology ensures staff members can summon assistance instantly during critical incidents. CENTEGIX CEO Brent Cobb stated that the project represents a comprehensive safety architecture rather than a simple equipment purchase, setting a benchmark for correctional security nationwide.