Public Safety

5 Heartfelt Cop Interactions That Will Light Up Your Day

ShareBlueSmiles
Despite the majority of interactions between law enforcement and citizens having no use of force, the narrative on social media often portrays the opposite. This makes an already challenging job even more difficult for law enforcement officers.…

6 FAQs on Starting a Drone Program in Law Enforcement

Keith Singleton,
Thinking about starting a drone program at your agency? Are you debating whether or not it would be a good fit for your officers or deputies? Here are 6 of the most common questions that law enforcement agencies should ask when considering implementation…

Staying Safe at the Super Bowl: What Goes on Behind the Scenes to Keep You Safe at the Biggest Game of the Year

Commander Scott Gerlicher,
The Super Bowl is one of the most high-profile events of the year, drawing over a million tourists to the host city and averaging almost 100 million television viewers. Though the host city’s local economy benefits greatly from the surge…

Why UX Matters in Public Safety

Dave Castleton,
Distracted driving kills approximately 9 people and injures 1,000 more every day, according to the Center for Disease Control. Technology is the most common distraction in the driver’s seat. This problem helps illustrate why first responders deserve powerful, intuitive software that is as easy to use.

Getting Your Officers Ready for NIBRS

Steve Seoane
The deadline to switch to NIBRS is less than a year away, and the clock is ticking. Agencies need to start preparing with these 4 tips to ensure their officers are ready for the transition.

5 Positive Cop Interactions That Will Make You Smile

ShareBlueSmiles,
2019 was a memorable year for law enforcement agencies, filled with compassionate actions and above-and-beyond service from brave men and women. But if you tuned into the news or checked your social feed, you would probably find that these…

How Will Automation Impact Law Enforcement?

Steve Seoane
Automation has permanently altered the way our society and economy operate. As more and more technology and automation are implemented in virtually every industry, what are the implications for the public sector? And in what ways will automation impact law enforcement?
top 4 predictions for public safety in 2020

Top 4 Predictions for Public Safety in 2020

Steve Seoane,
New threats and recurring challenges often mark the start of a new year, placing greater demand on law enforcement and public safety agencies to remedy them. Though much is unknown about the future, public safety professionals should be aware…

3 Tips for Policing in Extreme Cold Weather

Sheriff Robert McGraw,
Extreme cold weather can present unique challenges to law enforcement. Discover how Clark County Sheriff's Office uses technology for more efficient policing in the winter months.