Policing has come under great scrutiny due to many unfortunate events and encounters. It’s become a hot topic in politics, and public confidence in police officers has significantly declined. So how can police departments strengthen public trust and ensure that their officers reflect an agency with ethical core values? Let’s consider changing the way new […]
Technology is constantly evolving, and that means what worked a few years ago may not be the best option now. How is your department handling technology advancements? Is the department still relying on old technology without a solid plan for upgrading? Take a look at these five steps to technology planning. Step 1: Assess Your[…..]
MdE, Inc. is proud to be participating in the 2021 International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA) Conference. Come visit us at booth #239 Tuesday, March 23, and Wednesday, March 24. Find out how MdE can help your department track training, assets, performance evaluations, and more! What is the ILEETA Conference? ILEETA is an[…..]
Health, wellness, and fitness are important for everyone, and especially for first responders. Your job as a first responder is demanding and can take a toll on your overall health, so your health is a priority. Take a look at some of the ways wellness and fitness programs can benefit you: Manage Stress Police officers,[…..]
Your organization cannot be successful without having proper documentation and effective documentation procedures. They play an important role for the organization’s employees and its clients. But what is it about documentation that makes it so crucial for organizations? Keep reading to find out. Record Keeping “If it’s not documented, it did not happen”. Documentation provides[…..]
Law enforcement is an enjoyable and rewarding career. However, with high tensions and increased scrutiny surrounding the work of law enforcement, now is the time to think about how your department will do its part in attracting the next generation of honorable law enforcement officers. Millennials and Gen Zers now make up nearly 50 percent[…..]
There comes a time in most people’s lives when it’s time to stop working and retire. Employees who retire have often made a significant impact on the department, and their departure can be a big blow to operations. However, with proper preparation and effective procedure, your department can have a smooth transition in staffing. Here’s[…..]
Bill was sworn in as a Maryland State Trooper in September 1974 and enjoyed a very noteworthy and remarkable career for more than twenty-eight (28) years. Retiring at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel, Bill served in a variety of assignments and his last was Deputy Superintendent, Chief of the Field Operations Bureau. Bill is well[…..]
When the call comes in to respond to an emergency, there are often a lot of unknowns. Now, with a global pandemic underway, there may be even more questions and concerns with every call. As many of us face the uncertainty of navigating this pandemic, one can only imagine the added strain of being a[…..]
You may have heard about Learning Management Systems, but aren’t quite sure what they are. What exactly is an LMS? Who can benefit from them? What’s the point of investing in one? Keep reading to find out the answers to these questions and more. What is an LMS? A learning management system is a software[…..]
