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Guiding your agency through technological change

The Police1 Leadership Institute is designed for law enforcement leaders responsible for guiding their agencies through rapid operational and technological change. Each year, the Institute focuses on a defining force shaping modern policing.

In 2026, that force is artificial intelligence. From real-time analytics and automated dispatching to video analysis and predictive insights, AI is already influencing how agencies operate, how decisions are made and how communities judge police performance. The Institute equips chiefs and command staff with the leadership frameworks, policy considerations and implementation strategies needed to evaluate AI tools, manage legal and ethical risk, lead organizational adoption and ensure technology advances the mission rather than undermines trust.

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The imperative for law enforcement agencies to adopt a futures-thinking mindset has never been more critical, given the swift pace of technological innovation. By preparing today for tomorrow’s technological advancements, law enforcement can ensure they remain proactive, rather than reactive, in their mission to protect and serve. Police1’s VISION platform enables police departments to navigate the complexities of the digital age.

GENERATIVE AI: THE NEXT FRONTIER IN POLICING
Generative AI is emerging as a force multiplier for modern policing. By transforming data into intelligence, streamlining operations and enhancing officer readiness, these technologies enable agencies to act faster, smarter and more transparently. The departments that learn to harness AI responsibly today will define the next era of law enforcement leadership.
As AI tools move from buzzword to beat partner, chiefs must set policy, establish oversight and ensure transparency before adoption
From case triage to fentanyl networks, generative AI can transform unstructured data into actionable intelligence — when guided by oversight and ethics
Learn how forward-thinking chiefs are applying AI to streamline documentation, optimize resources and strengthen accountability
FOSTERING INNOVATION IN LAW ENFORCEMENT
Public safety leaders can use California’s experience — and emerging technologies — to avoid a downward spiral of cuts, crime and community decline
The plan outlines stronger support for officers — and opens the door to advanced tools like AI to modernize law enforcement operations
More can be done to fill today’s vacancies than just recruitment
AI is not a silver bullet, but when used wisely — and led by values-driven professionals — it can be a powerful ally in advancing service, safety and equity
A more objective surveillance-based approach will produce better results
DeepSeek’s advanced AI is reshaping data analysis, but concerns over security, privacy, and foreign influence should have law enforcement agencies on high alert
Law enforcement should accept the challenge of marrying autonomous vehicle engineering with innovative public safety tools to enhance crime-fighting
Smarter hires, instant reporting and more — learn how AI is changing the face of law enforcement
By integrating AI into police training programs, agencies can enhance the proficiency of their personnel, reduce police training costs and better prepare officers for the complex realities of modern policing
A global survey of over 2,000 LE professionals highlights AI’s transformative impact on digital investigations, uncovering its potential to enhance efficiency and accuracy
Police leaders must have a clear strategy that includes stakeholder engagement, training and communication before integrating AI into their operations
Automating the process with AI will leave officers more time in their communities
This technology would use virtual reality technology to mimic every aspect of today’s police academy from the comfort of one’s home
As AI infiltrates existing technology, crime analysis software will be a significant beneficiary
As technology continues to advance, the integration of systems like Robot as First Responder will cause a fundamental transformation in policing