In the aftermath of the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, local trade and field service businesses are grappling with the dual challenges of restoring their own operations while supporting extensive reconstruction efforts.
In a move to aid these businesses, Simpro, a prominent field service management software provider, has pledged $50,000 for their customers affected by the fires. Additionally, new customers based in California can benefit from a 50% discount on software fees for the first year.
Support for Los Angeles trade businesses
The initiative is designed to empower trade businesses to bounce back with resilience and contribute
This initiative is designed to empower trade businesses to bounce back with resilience and contribute to the rebuilding efforts. "Tradespeople are the crucial cornerstone of every recovery effort," remarked Gary Specter, CEO of Simpro. He emphasised the vital roles played by electricians, contractors, plumbers, and HVAC professionals in restoring essential services and infrastructure.
"Many of these trade businesses and their employees have themselves been impacted by this tragedy. We proudly stand by our mission to support growth-minded trade businesses when LA needs them most," Specter added.
Practical solutions for immediate needs
The discount initiative is available immediately and will run through February 28, 2025. It is applicable to all trade and field service businesses either incorporated or headquartered in California.
The support package includes:
- Full access to the Premium platform
- Priority onboarding
- Dedicated training resources
Additionally, Simpro offers real-time scheduling and dispatch capabilities crucial for emergency responses, mobile solutions for field operations, inventory management to ensure availability of materials, and asset management to keep track of lost assets and assess equipment conditions for insurance and warranty purposes, with an eye on enhancing future disaster preparedness.
Accessing support
Simpro’s Customer Success Managers are also prepared to assist impacted customers with additional resources
To facilitate quick access for California businesses in need, Simpro has launched a dedicated landing page. Affected businesses can obtain the necessary support by visiting the website. Simpro’s Customer Success Managers are also prepared to assist impacted customers with additional resources.
"This isn't just about providing software," noted Specter. "These businesses are essential to Los Angeles’s recovery and economy, and we're committed to providing the tools they need to thrive in this challenging time."
Additional community resources
For further information on wildfire recovery resources, including financial aid, relief initiatives, and community support, the following organisations can be contacted:
- Emergency Management Dept. - City of Los Angeles
- Disaster Assistance
- LA County Economic Development Corporation
- Economic & Workforce Development Dept
- Workforce Assistance
- LA County Recovers
- FEMA
- SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan
- World Central Kitchen
- American Red Cross of Los Angeles
