Police officers face unpredictable and potentially dangerous circumstances at every turn. To maximize their effectiveness in law enforcement and keep their officers safe, they must have access to cutting-edge technology when needed. The market has several rugged options, but advanced technology is only part of the solution.
Public safety and other law enforcement agencies enjoy a performance edge by using rugged laptops and tablets for applications like:
Police chiefs need a law enforcement technology partner with firm control over the supply chain to ensure their teams can obtain rugged tablets and laptops.
Vertically integrated manufacturing can deliver performance benefits to manufacturers and end users in many segments. For law enforcement technology, rugged technology vertical integration can also enhance officer safety.
Law enforcement officers are often exposed to extreme conditions that demand rugged solutions. Technology must withstand rain, dust, and vibration while providing secure, instant access to critical information. In addition to rugged police car laptops and tablets, the docking station & mount must perform in harsh environments. Coupled with the hardware and connection circuit, vehicle power integration, software, and security must also hold police technology up when officers need it most.
Police officers face unpredictable dangers and need cutting-edge technology to stay effective and safe.
Law enforcement carries innumerable challenges in the day-to-day work. Equipping law enforcement personnel and agencies with reliable, rugged devices can enhance officer intelligence, performance, and response time to protect the safety of officers. Rugged law enforcement technology ensures:
From remote areas to emergency vehicles, agencies need to count on consistent connectivity with cellular access. Access to cellular networks provides proper broadband connectivity that supports a wide range of applications – extending the traditional capabilities of radio use.
Modern technology like rugged laptops and tablets equip police departments with the latest technological advancements for positive outcomes for both law enforcement agencies and the public. These mobile devices are outstanding for on-scene data capture and intelligence exchange between police cars.
Vehicle laptop mounts provide structural support and positioning, offering police forces a hands-free technology interface. Mounts come in cradle, tray, or universal architectures and can preserve space and maximize ease of access to police vehicles.
Docking stations are mobile devices that fix rugged laptops and tablets to a specific location in the vehicle. The best designs of these powerful tools offer fast, intuitive installation and release without having to connect or disconnect any cables or antenna wiring. They stand up to the harsh vibration and mechanical load conditions they are likely to encounter during operation by public safety officials.
Rugged device reliability is essential for officer safety - plain and simple. Police need their mobile devices to be infinitely reliable so that the officers' response is limited only by their judgment and reaction time - not the technology. Obtaining unquestionably reliable technology becomes a critical task for public safety leaders. By extension, partnering with a provider known for producing reliable police technologies - from hardware to software - becomes a safety opportunity. One way rugged technology providers achieve consistent reliability for public safety organizations is through vertical integration.
Increasingly, technology companies want to increase the output of a smaller number of unique products. Conversely, consumers prefer an increasingly customized experience. Compromising on either side can hinder technology reliability and officer safety during hazards like gunfire incidents, active shooter situations, and rescue missions. Vertically integrated production is ideal for law enforcement technology through several benefits:
Police need rugged devices that are reliable, ensuring their response depends on judgment, not technology.
Allows customers more influence over system design and hardware enhancements. The manufacturer can get feedback on the product for future design updates and connect hardware and software seamlessly by using a single-source partner.
High-performing vertically integrated partners can more quickly respond to supply disruptions, offering their customers a single point of contact. This relationship leads to more discussions between customers and manufacturers, improving customer service and offering higher control over lead times and order quantity variability with a faster response. These advantages ensure the technology is there when law enforcement agencies need it.
Technology performance is critical for public safety agencies. Vertically integrated manufacturers own the performance of the quality of software and the system's performance. The technical manufacturing partner removes the quality burden from the police chief, letting officers focus on critical tasks at high, improving officer safety.
The Getac B360 is a rugged, holistic, connected law enforcement technology that enhances officer safety and lifesaving applications. The B360 seamlessly pairs hardware resilience with comprehensive software capabilities, encapsulating the full spectrum of operational needs within one device. Its vertical integration allows for meticulous customization, enabling law enforcement agencies to have a unified solution for tasks ranging from real-time communication to facial recognition to advanced data management.
The B360 integrates effortlessly with IoT platforms and data systems, providing police officers in many law enforcement agencies with a centralized hub that streamlines processes and reduces the need for multiple devices.
The Getac B360 delivers top-of-the-line capabilities in all areas, starting with a 12th Generation Intel® Core™ i5/i7 processor with integrated Intel® Iris® Xe graphics and up to 64GB DDR4 RAM for superb responsiveness even under heavy workloads.
The rugged laptop is engineered to meet MIL-STD-810H, MIL-STD-461G, and IP66 certifications and performs as needed against water, dust, vibration, or nearly anything it encounters.
To maintain data security, an essential element of officer safety, the B360 features self-encrypting SSDs, TPM 2.0, an optional HF RFID/NFC reader, and multi-factor authentication options, including smart card readers and Windows Hello Face-Authentication. These features help ensure sensitive data remains secure but easily accessible to officers.
Technology is only helpful if it's connected. The B360 supports 5G, WiFi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, and 4G LTE, to the most extent, ensure officers stay connected wherever they are. Its Tri-Pass Through capability enhances signal quality for uninterrupted data and voice communication, which are crucial during emergencies.
Getac's approach to vertical integration enables customization and Build-To-Order (BTO) options. This structure is incredibly valuable for such technology users as it delivers high-quality hardware, consistent availability, and the ability to provide custom stock keeping units (SKUs) tailored to specific operational needs.
The evolution of law enforcement technology is not just about surviving the present; it's about predicting how it will need to change to stay ahead of the challenges and technologies of tomorrow. Getac's vertical integration delivers innovation, best-in-class customization, and support to law enforcement agencies adopting solutions like the B360. As law enforcement operations become increasingly digitized and reliant on technology, partnering with a provider that understands - and owns - the unique demands of the field is crucial.
“Officer safety” is a phrase that describes safe practices designed to protect individual officers in the line of duty. Maintaining access to reliable, high-performing technology and persistent connectivity is one practice enhancing officer safety.
General law enforcement with the added risk of highway traffic enforcement is unique to state troopers. Rugged technology customized for geographical, and department needs enhances safety during dangerous highway changes and high-risk situations.
Seeking high-risk situations alone or with a small team without a complete picture of the scenario is a natural hazard. Equipping law enforcement teams with high-performance technology extends the team, helping them protect the public.
Scott Worley is the Video Sales Director for Getac in North America. His background spans strategic roles in organizations such as Toshiba America, Digital Safety Technologies, and Utility Associates, driving exceptional results by adeptly managing sales teams and channel partners on a national scale.
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