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CURRRENT BARRIERS TO MORE WIDESPREAD ADOPTION Despite the significant potential of AI to transform law enforcement workflows, there is still concern with providing sufficient human oversight. Many departments wonder how much they can rely on AI platforms to take on different tasks without increasing privacy, security, or other risks. While AI tools can help predict future trends and advise response strategies, human oversight is still required. AI-driven tools have the potential to streamline workflows and save officers time, but they can’t fully replace the work of an individual officer. Individuals will still need to think critically about the AI-powered outputs they receive and, depending on the situation, go back and verify them. The best results will come when AI tools are used to support humans and free them to focus more on strategic or high touch tasks. Another barrier inhibiting adoption is limited understanding of the breadth of current and future AI capabilities. Some departments don’t have the proper technologies in place to take advantage of future AI workflows, including access to modern day mobile devices that are critical to collecting the real-time data AI platforms need to deliver insights. Meanwhile, complying with CJIS Security standards by using a secure AI sandbox poses another significant challenge. Law enforcement agencies need to ensure they leverage an AI tool that can protect the sensitive information officers and deputies share with it. Given the unevenness in technology deployments across different law enforcement agencies, AI adoption will no doubt play out in phases. Law enforcement agencies serving large cities or other expansive vicinities typically have access to modern technologies and are more likely to experiment with cutting edge industry solutions. Thus, they will likely lead the adoption of AI, giving other departments the opportunity to learn from their example. TIPS FOR DEPLOYMENT Given that AI will likely see slow and steady adoption across the law enforcement sector, the most important step for agencies to take now is to make sure any new technology deployments they implement can support data-driven workflows. For instance, if an agency is looking to outfit their vehicles with new laptops, they may want to consider switching to mobile devices that officers can carry with them to collect real-time data wherever they go, such as to a traffic stop or other incident. That real-time data will ultimately feed AI platforms. When it comes to deploying mobile devices, it’s best to work with a technology partner that offers reliable, proven solutions, along with a comprehensive ecosystem of software integrations and service offerings. The technology partner can help the department stay up to date on the latest developments in AI-powered software tools and support easy implementation. As with any new technology deployment, departments will always need to ensure new solutions and workflows align with security requirements. PREPARING FOR FUTUTE AI-DRIVEN WORKFLOWS In the face of current staffing challenges, AI-driven workflows have the potential to help officers be more productive, streamlining tasks and giving them more time to spend on complex, strategic projects. Understanding the potential of the

technology will help agencies set themselves up well to enjoy the most benefits from AI. To prepare for the AI-driven future, departments can take important steps now, including ensuring that every new technology they implement has the real-time data collection capabilities AI solutions depend on.

About the Author: Marcus Claycomb is the Business Development Manager for the Public Sector for Panasonic Connect North America. He is responsible for creating connections, networking, and building opportunities in the fields of law enforcement, fire/ rescue, and medical. He works with internal and external partners to increase and enhance existing technologies – as well as working with those same partners to create new technologies & products to fill the “need void” in those fields. Marcus started in medical & fire/rescue and just retired after a 30-year career in law enforcement. He earned a bachelor’s

degree in public administration from Bellevue University in Nebraska, an associate degree in computer network administration, and is a proud graduate of the FBI National Academy Session 273. LinkedIn Profile

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About the Author: John Forquer instructs and facilitates high-impact leadership development and is a Certified Executive Coach for law enforcement, military, and private industry all over the world and currently serves as a military and law enforcement consultant. He taught at FBI Academy for six years as a leadership instructor for the FBI National Academy Program, as the Program Manager and leadership instructor at the International Law Enforcement Academy in Budapest, Hungary, the Independent Commission Against Corruption in Hong Kong, the Australian Institute of Police Management, and served as a leadership instructor around the

country for Regional Police Command Colleges. Forquer also instructed Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) and FBI Supervisory Agents and professional staff employees in a variety of leadership programs. He has worked for a myriad of organizations, including: JCPenney, The Department of Energy, The Defense Logistics Agency, The University of Tennessee Law Enforcement Innovation Center, and The Criminal Justice Institute at Indian River State College. Forquer served 32 years, around the globe, for DOD and the U.S. State Department. Mr. Forquer served as a Strategic Planner at U.S. Central Command and U.S. Southern Command and as a Naval Aviation Observer flying the OV-10 Bronco aircraft conducting forward air controlling, reconnaissance, and counter drug operations. Forquer was a “Mustang” rising from the rank of Private to Colonel, and served primarily in law enforcement billets from Patrolman to Chief of Police, culminating in his final military tour as the Commander of the Military Component for the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS). During his tour at NCIS, then Colonel Forquer deployed to Fallujah, Iraq where he served as the Director of the Joint Prosecution and Exploitation Center (JPEC). As JPEC Director, he led a 100 member, multi-agency team of criminal investigators, Intelligence Analysts, forensic analysts, biometric technicians, and interpreters. The JPEC mission was a unique battlefield fusion of intelligence analysis and criminal investigations, utilizing state of the art techniques in forensics and biometrics. The team produced the highest conviction rates of any agency in Iraq; gathered vital intelligence data, and trained coalition forces and Iraq Police in crime scene processing and criminal case management. He provides ongoing leadership development to MHA Nation tribal leaders. Mr. Forquer attended the 184th FBI National Academy (FBINA), the 65th Law Enforcement Executive Development Session (LEEDS), the Domestic Security Executive Academy (DSEA) Session VII, and the National Executive Institute Session XXXIV. John Forquer earned a Master of Art’s in National Strategy and Strategic Studies from the Navy War College, a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from National University, and attended the Marine Corps Command and Staff College. He received Gold and Silver Medals at the Ironman Triathlon World Championship (2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike, 26.2 mile run)-Kona, HI 1989/1990.

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