Communications Interoperability
The Police1 Communications Interoperability category is a comprehensive resource for researching interoperable communication solutions. These solutions are crucial for ensuring seamless communication between different agencies and systems.
Deputy Chief John McMahon discusses the LAPD’s adoption of advanced technologies, aiming to boost efficiency, improve community interaction and address the policing challenges of tomorrow
Our government built its public warning systems around AM radio because it’s the most reliable form of communication if disaster strikes
5G, new technology and tighter security among the changes to watch for
Learn how balanced usability, access and security enable first responders to do their jobs more effectively wherever they are
Mission critical communications networks and Wireless WAN work in concert to enable first responders to make informed decisions and act quickly
How technological advances influence PSAPs and ECCs and redefine the public safety ecosystem
The union said some of its members are “troubled” that the NFL has chosen to support certain groups
Art Acevedo was ousted in October after clashing with city officials and police top brass
Staying adaptable and responsive to evolving circumstances will continue to be critical into the next year as we have seen throughout 2021
To do more with less, agencies are turning to mobile tools to gain efficiency, enable transparency and make informed decisions
After five decades, an outdated communications tower will soon be replaced thanks to half a million dollars in grant funding
The second is knowing how to handle the evidence when the worst happens
The new XL Connect 95P portable radio from L3Harris features open architecture to ensure that it can connect seamlessly with any other P25-compliant agency
Portland is the only city in the top 75 U.S. cities that doesn’t use bodycams, according to the DOJ
The system aims to help Spanish-speaking residents feel more comfortable and build relationships with that community
Officials hope that by next year mental health professionals could respond to one-third of all mental crisis calls to 911
Officials say the upgrades aim to improve voice quality, inter-agency communication, and network security
Watching ‘COPS’ together is more than a welcome mental getaway – it sparks important conversations about what it means to be a first responder
Many 911 call centers face challenges determining whether a response should involve law enforcement, EMS, or a more specialized response when available
After a Facebook post went viral, the North Ridgeville PD clarified they will not actually be arresting anyone for this
Capt. Jeffrey Jordon said the responses will be used as “actionable information” for commanding officers
Chief Medaria Arradondo had criticized a ballot question that asks voters if they want to replace the police department
A Pew Trusts survey revealed limited training and options for dispatching specialized responses
“He did have cool toys!” said New Zealand Police Constable Kurt
Download this free grant guide to learn more about how your department can benefit from this federal funding opportunity
Buffalo’s police commissioner said he had OK’d the ad, so long as officers were off duty and not wearing their uniforms
The push comes after two crisis response social workers were kidnapped on the job
For some, the bill recognizes and validates the work dispatchers have been doing all along
While the search for Gabby Petito has received massive news coverage, police say all missing person reports get the same initial response
A Boston PD spokesperson acknowledged the shortage, saying low dispatcher staffing levels is something of a national trend
“Today’s decision spells the end of public access to law-enforcement records,” said Chief Justice Tom Parker
Police Chief Joseph Chacon says he is working to determine if a non-sworn unit could be used in some situations
Sheriff Jim Hart noted that such misuse of law enforcement “can further deteriorate community-police relations”
