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The next generation of DFR programs will reduce costs and expand operational periods by allowing public safety agencies to utilize the least number of human resources
Fort Worth’s real time crime center empowers officers with the real-time intelligence they need to keep the community and themselves safe
Integrated technologies from camera systems to smart watches make for safer officers and safer, more vibrant communities
Explore how RFID delivers real-time visibility, reduces loss and streamlines your asset tracking process
Bridge communication gaps and unify your team with cutting-edge connectivity
Noblesville PD’s success shows how police agencies can launch beyond line-of-sight drone operations without red tape
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Learn how to secure the funding you need to launch and sustain a DFR program that enhances officer safety, speeds response and improves community outcomes
A recent AI misstep by a police department shows why public safety agencies need clear, enforceable AI policies
Your insider’s look at the trends and technologies powering modern law enforcement communication systems
Wellness programs are expanding as dispatch centers race to adopt artificial intelligence, new tech tools and stronger retention models
After years of red tape, DFR is now scaling fast — changing how agencies respond, assess and act
Learn how shared intelligence helps combat regional crime and cross-jurisdictional threats more effectively
Agencies are using artificial intelligence to fix dispatch staffing, speed up response and break down language barriers — but ethical landmines remain
How video programs can strengthen community relations and elevate officer confidence
AI turns live feeds into early warnings to create a comprehensive, real-time view of unfolding events
Policing Matters host Jim Dudley reported from the event on the innovations poised to speed response and lighten workloads across public safety
From burnout to breakthrough: AI’s role in trauma-informed investigations
Scottsdale Police didn’t follow a template; it built a Drone as First Responder program designed around its terrain, staffing and commitment to transparency
Many agencies underestimate the cost of operating even a modest 2-position dispatch center. On paper, it sounds manageable — just two dispatchers, right? But let’s break it down
Drones are launched when pilots monitoring Live911 detect 911 calls that may benefit from aerial overwatch
The orders encourage the FAA to expedite beyond visual line of sight operations while adding safeguards against terrorism, espionage and public safety threats
Learn how advanced analyzers are redefining frontline drug enforcement.
Learn how Chicago PD is using mobile in-car technology to meet the demands of modern policing
From managing parking and monitoring street flooding to responding to wildfires and terrorist attacks, RTCCs are helping agencies tackle a wide range of public safety challenges
Celebrate holidays, graduations, promotions and more with these gifts cops will love
Facial recognition in law enforcement is promising, but concerns about accuracy, bias and privacy demand careful implementation
Available across multiple devices, the new platform facilitates multiple important duties
Smart911 lets potential callers share important information in advance — Protected Places extends that capability to facilities