Need a little help getting around Fort Jackson? Well, help is on the way in the form of a new, user-friendly smartphone application that provides the Fort Jackson community with information and resources.
Fort Jackson has joined many installations across the Army to provide digital resources via the My Army Post App. The app contains resources for newcomers, Soldiers, Families and visitors coming on post for graduations.
MAPA is the new information center for U.S. Army garrisons around the world, replacing the previous (Digital Garrison) app, and is available to download for free on the Google Play and Apple App Store.
Once downloaded, users select their installation from a list and begin accessing resources ranging from current weather conditions, post-wide alert messages, emergency contact numbers, and the hours and locations of facilities.
The user interface is easy to learn. The three lines on the top left corner of the app take you to the main menu where you can select the installation, access Army Maintenance App for work orders, schedule a medical appointment through the MHS Genesis portal and the milConnect site for DEERS/ID Section information.
Users will find along the bottom of the app icons for home, explore and newcomers. Clicking on the explore tab takes users to a list of resources and events arranged into categories. Users can swipe left or right in the categories along the top to find what they are looking for.
Newcomers to the installation can click on the icon and it will take them to checklists to help them get up and running on Fort Jackson.
Have a comment to send to Army Training Center leadership? You can find it in MAPA too.
For Families and guests attending graduation, finding Hilton Field just became easier – MAPA also provides turn-by-turn directions via Google Maps, Apple Maps and Waze. The app’s settings are customizable based on the user’s personal preferences to stay informed on closures, how busy a resource is, or other important updates.
Current MAPA features include:
- Real time gate status
- Map directions
- Post wide push notifications (delays, closures)
- Newcomer’s information and in-processing checklists
- Installation job openings
- Allows individuals to switch installations when on temporary duty or undergoing a permanent change of station
- Bookmarks for frequently used resources
- Installation directory
- Emergency phone numbers
- Housing resources
- Installation event calendar, and more
To download the application, scan the QR Code.
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