Intelligence Analysis

Why all law enforcement officers should read the 9/11 Commission Report

While the report covers many areas of improvement, one devastatingly important factor current LEOs should consider is the need to share intelligence and information

4 key OSINT tactics for monitoring extremists online

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With America facing a growing number of extremist threats, effective police online surveillance using open-source intelligence sources can foil attacks and save lives

6 key reasons why police departments should transition to pistol-mounted red dot sights

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Red dots: Helping shooters build a repeatable process which leads to predictable results

Case study: How one PD used a communications platform to share homicide intelligence

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The Haltom City, Texas, Police Department was looking for a solution that allowed instant, secure collaboration compliant with relevant laws

Dallas Police using 'Fusion Center' to monitor, gather intelligence on possible threats

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The department said they still rely on public information, which came into play recently when a woman called police about a man walking toward a high school with a weapon

3 scenarios where advanced LPR capabilities shine

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The features provided by advanced license plate recognition provide law enforcement with a range of tactical and investigatory advantages

Increase performance and build trust using tactical intelligence (white paper)

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Find out how powerful software programs can provide actionable intelligence that helps law enforcement agencies solve, reduce and even prevent crime

9/11 led to new tools, strategies for police

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An increase in information sharing and an emphasis on collecting intelligence data were two of the biggest changes

Patrol intelligence officers: Intelligence-led policing in action

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Phoenix PD is empowering patrol officers to spearhead intelligence-led problem-solving initiatives in their precincts

Key principles of security threat group intelligence operations in jails

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When analyzed in abstract terms, the intelligence process sounds vague, complicated and difficult to execute. This need not be the case

Why you need security threat group intelligence in your jail

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The thwarting of inmate plans for escape, drug trafficking, gang activity or assaults does not occur by chance

Intelligence gathering in jails and prisons: Mission & process

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Five key factors make up the mission of security threat group intelligence gathering operations in a correctional setting

How to turn the data tsunami into actionable intelligence

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Better data management and information exchange between the 911 system, LE agencies and the courts will enhance decision-making and improve outcomes

5 examples of how evidence-based policing enhances law enforcement

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Proactive policing that targets hot places, hot people and hot times based on knowledge gleaned from crime analysts is an effective crime-reduction strategy