Pingometer is a service that uses Twilio SMS to send downtime alerts to stakeholders in the political realm, aiming to maximize uptime and minimize downtime for government websites. The email alerts sent by Pingometer are marked as urgent but may not be perceived as such by recipients due to the abundance of emails in their inboxes. In contrast, SMS alerts carry a sense of urgency and have a high open rate, making them more effective in grabbing attention during time-sensitive crises. By providing detailed information about downtime, including historical uptime, geography info, status codes, and traceroutes, Pingometer helps its clients take swift action to prevent future downtime. With a strong track record of delivering alerts without issues or complaints, Pingometer's clients can rely on the service to minimize downtime and maximize uptime.