Law enforcement is always paying attention to the latest tech trends, and it is critical for them to do their jobs. Technology can help make sure that police officers can keep people safe and do their jobs effectively. Take a look at some of the tech trends in law enforcement for 2021.
5G Connectivity Increases the Speed of Data Transmission
As 5G is implemented, it allows data to be transmitted at a higher rate. This allows police officers to get a hold of important information more quickly, even if they use wireless in the field. This gives police officers more flexibility to use their mobile devices out in the field, so they can work more efficiently.
Law Enforcement Specific Software
Law enforcement can use workforce management software to make processes more efficient. For example, this software can create and plan out schedules, including meetings, shift changes, and daily operations. It can automate timesheets and make information about pay, work hours, and more digital. It can also use advanced overtime reporting to keep track of overtime. It will automate many routine tasks, which helps to make law enforcement more automatic and efficient.
Adoption of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Data helps law enforcement do its job, and technology has made the amount of data available astronomical. With so much data available, it can be difficult to go through it all. Technology that uses AI and ML can sift through the information quickly and find patterns and use facial recognition, biometrics, and more to help law enforcement identify suspects and gather information. This helps them do their jobs more efficiently and solve crimes more quickly.
Virtual Reality
Virtual reality is developing rapidly. It can change the way law enforcement officers train. It can be used to simulate real-life situations, and they need only use a pair of goggles and a headset. They can practice situations that involve a robbery or other crimes. Law enforcement officers can feel what these situations are like and learn how to react appropriately. They get hands-on experience before they have to experience the situation.