New technology gets created every day, and it can be overwhelming for law enforcement agencies who are looking to manage budgets, keep communities safe, solve real problems and identify the right kind of technology to support their efforts.
One of the biggest focus areas? Figuring out how to have the right information available at the right time with the right people on the scene, all while having a firm handle on overall public safety.
Traditional operating procedures like asking questions on the street, getting eyewitness reports, or searching buildings for security cameras and trying to collect video footage can be effective, but they are also incredibly time consuming. On top of that, the lack of meaningful relationships established within the community can sometimes put a damper on the trust needed to utilize community resources effectively and maximize investigative efforts.
New technologies, however, can enable law enforcement to usher in a new age of community-oriented policing and enhanced situational awareness. The rise of Real Time Crime Centers, such as Axon Fusus, is a critical piece of the puzzle to enhance and improve the public safety goals of a police department. By unifying the existing technology inputs, Axon Fusus can create a full scale collaboration network that works in real-time in the field.
In this article, we will explore five key reasons why your agency should be using Axon Fusus.
When the average person thinks of police technology, they usually see them as separate entities. Automatic license plate readers, gunshot detectors, panic alarms, rapid response tools, and even commercial security cameras aren’t typically thought of as collaborative systems. With Fusus, every tool that compiles information for the police during a crime or emergency gets consolidated into a single system.
That data then becomes even more valuable as it’s able to tell a complete story all at once rather than having to be pieced together. Countless software and hardware solutions can be plugged into the platform. Personnel no longer need to switch through their different resources in order to get actionable evidence or information, simplifying and speeding up the way that data is interpreted and acted upon in the field.
Time is one of the most important keys to successful responses. For example, the Statesboro Police have been able to improve their own response times and recently pieced together the movements of armed robbers thanks to the collaborative design of Fusus.
Community involvement has emerged as a vital asset for law enforcement, with trust serving as the foundation of effective public-private partnerships. Axon Fusus acts as a catalyst, empowering community members and business owners to play an active role in safeguarding their neighborhoods. Public safety thrives on collaboration, and Axon Fusus enables officers to engage meaningfully with community members and vice versa.
By encouraging residents to share video footage via CORE devices, law enforcement can, with explicit permission, tap into community cameras that stream directly to their Real-Time Crime Center in the Cloud. This technology helps reduce response times and ensures a swift reaction to crimes and emergencies. Private camera owners can take pride in contributing to their community's safety, fostering a lasting bond with local officers.
This public-private partnership transcends mere transactions; it represents a proactive step toward creating a safer city. A prime example is the City of Orlando, which actively empowers residents to assist in crime-solving, even collaborating with neighborhoods and businesses throughout their jurisdiction. Similarly, in Ohio, Miamisburg residents have turned to the REGISTRY to partner with local law enforcement, enhancing emergency response efforts in their city.
One often-overlooked aspect of crime-fighting and emergency response is activity tracking. Axon Fusus is designed to ensure accountability by monitoring who logs into the software and how it is utilized. This significantly enhances the capacity to identify gaps in data collection and improve operational command and processes.
Axon Fusus adheres to stringent policies regarding police activities, enabling agencies to showcase their protocols surrounding critical incidents. This commitment also extends to privacy. By maintaining a record of logged activities, departments can demonstrate adherence to established policies. This includes obtaining explicit permission from private residents and business owners before using their cameras, documenting every step taken to gather intelligence, and verifying that processes and procedures are consistently followed.
Ultimately, this builds trust and demonstrates when law enforcement and the technologies employed prioritize residents' well-being during emergency responses and active investigations.
What’s usually missing in investigations is the full visual and data-driven story. Eyewitness reports are either missing pertinent information and can be unreliable at times. A single security camera or body-camera will have a limited view, which can make it difficult to determine who did what, who needs immediate help and the current threat-level of the incident.
Axon Fusus can provide a full visual and data-driven story that provides enhanced situational awareness for agencies. Rather than seeing a single live feed or relying on a phone call, you can see all connected devices related to the incident at one time. Law enforcement response becomes easier, investigations take less time, and actionable evidence is readily available. Atlanta is among numerous cities that recognizes the power of the Fusus platform and the data-driven story they can access when responding to crimes and emergencies.
In the modern world of social media and 24/7 news, people expect rapid results and responses. When a critical event occurs, police agencies need to be prepared to quickly analyze data and make an informed response.
Axon Fusus provides real-time information for critical incidents, enabling police to respond appropriately and quickly. Modernizing technology doesn’t have to break the budget either, because the Axon Fusus platform is affordable and open, which means it works with your existing technology infrastructure.
Because this cloud technology can scale in any direction, it is a great solution for agencies both large and small. Any law enforcement agency can now combat crime with a modern, innovative system that combines case management, reporting and analysis with real-time evidence and situational awareness capabilities. For example, the Rocky Mount Police Department sees their Axon Fusus technology as a game changer and a tool that has absolutely revolutionized the way they approach crime-solving.
Axon Fusus consolidates detective work, emergency response, and community policing all into one platform. It’s the game-changer for over 250 departments across the country, and is the clear leader in Real-Time Crime Center space, leveraging a secure, encrypted cloud and partnering with life-saving technology partners globally.
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