QUARTERLY IMPLEMENTATION UPDATE
Technology Development and Infrastructure Expansion
An expanding reliance upon technology has transformed policing in many ways. New and emergent technologies have increasingly critical roles in the daily work of o cers and largely dictate the proba- bility that a department meets the expectations of citizens. Goals and action items for this strategic direction are below. A CCOMPLISHMENT H IGHLIGHTS
• A new workforce management solution that provides automated scheduling for daily roster assignments and special event scheduling management is scheduled for implementation later this spring. • Technology Services is spearheading a program to expand our public-private partnership of camera networks that will improve operational efficiency, break down silos, improve public safety, and strengthen community relations. (FY18) • Community Camera Program is available on the Fort Worth PD website: www.fortworthpd.com . 719 registrations, providing access to over 3,550 potential camera views. (FY18) 3. Determine technology infrastructure needs for Police Department facilities. Technology Services involved in new construction phase of the North Patrol Division facility, Tactical Center, 350 basement, and Calvert renovations. (FY18) • Review network infrastructure at Police Department facilities insuring adequate connectivity and performance. • Expand external WiFi access at appropriate facilities to accommodate wireless upload of in-car videos. 4. Revise Disaster Recovery Plans for mission-critical systems and create business continuity plans for Police Department facilities. • Review and revise as necessary the Technology Disaster Recovery Plan. (FY18) 5. Ensure Police facilities are adequate for the department's operations to serve the community. • North Patrol Division anticipated to open April 2018. • New South Patrol Division facility part of 2018 bond. • Began planning for West 7th St. storefront lease. (FY18)
1. Replace aging and out-of-date equipment and technology. • In collaboration between Police, Fire and IT Solutions, the TriTech Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system was upgraded to version 5.7. (FY17) • In process of upgrading to the latest version of TriTech’s Records Management System (RMS). Anticipated to go live in October 2018. • 250 Axon in-car video installations completed (FY17 & FY18). This latest generation of in-car video integrates with officers’ body cameras and, when activated; it automatically activates the systems of other officers’ systems within range. • Replaced Crimes Against Children Unit (CACU) two interview room video systems. (FY18) • In collaboration with IT Solutions, new Mobile Data Computers (MDC’s) are currently being tested and scheduled for deployment later this Spring and through the Summer. These new devices will replace our current aging inventory of MDC’s. 2. Improve/expand existing systems or solutions that aid investigations, improves operations, or increases data access or transparency. • Public Relations Office utilized Facebook Live and YouTube for press releases. (FY18) • Citywide camera program expanded by purchase of 179 additional cameras. (FY17) Over 100 cameras have already been installed and installation of remaining cameras will continue in FY18. • E-Citation program is being expanded by 150 electronic ticket writers, in conjunction with an enterprise project in collaboration with IT Solutions, Code Compliance, and TPW. Anticipated go-live date is later this summer.
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