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[…..]
Every year, colleges and universities across the United States dedicate the month of September to bring attention to the issues related to safety on college campuses. These safety concerns range from minor things like underage drinking and marijuana use to major things such as stalking, sexual assault, and murder. All of these things happen on[…..]
Many public safety professionals perform their duties in the field rather than in an office. Software is key to ensuring both in-office and professionals in the field can record, track, access, and use mission-critical data in real time. However, enabling remote access to this data via mobile devices like laptops, tablets, or smartphones comes with[…..]
Public safety and law enforcement agencies require access to a wealth of established data in effectively performing day-to-day operations. Whether a background check needs to be completed or a log of criminal activity needs to be accessed, the Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) databases provide the information that is vital to professionals in the public[…..]
EMS, fire, and police agencies have a wide range of incoming and outgoing data points to manage. Technology has evolved to provide these agencies with the ability to send, receive, and most importantly act on real-time data. With up-to-the-minute tracking of personnel, equipment, and other data, public safety departments are better equipped to make important[…..]
Ensuring public health and safety is a priority on a daily basis, but even more so at the present time due to the COVID-19 global health crisis. Your department may be undergoing an overwhelming amount of pressure to keep both the public and your own staff safe and healthy right now. Fortunately, there are ways[…..]
