Comms kit takes to the Alps for ultramarathons 
Published: 08 Sep 2008 12:56 BST
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Alcatel-Lucent's unified-communications software also came into play. Besides helping the organisers communicate with each other, the software was used to send mass communications to the runners, who numbered around 2,500.
This system was established in anticipation of potential emergencies, such as having to halt the race in case of a serious change in weather. In the event, this year's race enjoyed fine weather; indeed, many runners dropped out due to temperatures being too high.
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