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Live Facial Recognition: real-time, secure technology to enhance security

Live facial recognition (LFR) is an AI-based technology that uses static or mobile cameras to capture real-time images of people’s faces and compares them against a pre-existing database to identify individuals of interest. This process happens almost instantaneously, allowing for quick identification and alerting, if required, so that there is always a human-centred and ethical decision making process. 

Why fire service innovation is all about listening

Over the last 12 months, our fire service customers have benefitted from faster upgrades, more responsive support and a range of product enhancements. One year on from our acquisition of SSS Public Safety, we explain how a stronger focus on customer engagement is accelerating innovation and shaping partnerships that are fit for the future.

Our Training Needs Analysis proves a cost-effective choice for Essex Police

Police Records Management Systems: What They Are and Why They’re a Must Have for Modern Policing

In today’s world, information has to be collated, stored and analysed efficiently and securely.  Traditional record-keeping systems cannot cope any longer with growing calls for transparency, accountability, and real-time access to data. This is where police Records Management Systems play an important role in providing advanced tools for creating, accessing, and sharing information within and between law enforcement agencies. 

This article highlights what police records management systems are, how they work, and why such systems have become indispensable parts of modern policing. 

Public Perceptions of AI

AI and automation present exceptional opportunities for policing. 

AI systems have the potential to help speed up response times and prioritise how resources are allocated. While machine learning models are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and offer the potential to spot patterns, anticipate risk and prevent harm. 

Information Overload: Policing a hyper-connected world

For most of the public, digital contact feels natural. From booking appointments to providing feedback, a whole host of tasks can be completed with ease. Between 2017 and 2020, the percentage of global customer interactions completed digitally almost tripled.

Ministry of Defence partner with NEC Digital Studio to build Detainee Management System

NEC Software Solutions becomes a member of the Biometrics Institute

As a Centre-of-Excellence and a leading supplier of biometric-based solutions, NEC Software Solutions continuous to promote the ethical, transparent and effective use of biometrics, such as facial recognition, for the benefit of public safety and society.

NEC Software Solutions UK wins Network Fire Service Partnership contract

NEC Software Solutions (NECSWS) has been awarded an initial 6-year contract, with a further 4 years’ extension, to deliver a new hosted Command, Control and Integrated Communication System for the Network Fire Service Partnership (NFSP) following a competitive procurement process.

Facial Recognition in Casinos: Enhancing Self-Exclusion Programs for Responsible Gambling

The gambling world? It’s full of fun & excitement. But, it’s also got risks, especially for those who might get hooked on gambling. Casinos need to make sure people gamble responsibly. And self-exclusion programs? They’re very important in this. These programs work best when identification is accurate and enforced properly. That’s where facial recognition technology steps in, helping make self-exclusion programs stronger and offering better protection to players who need it.

From Dispatch to Resolution: How Control Room Software Makes Emergency Operations Easier

When emergencies happen, quick & effective responses are key. From the moment an incident is reported to when it’s solved, every step needs careful handling for the best outcomes. Control Room software, working at the hub of the emergency response integrates data, makes communication easy, helps with real-time choices, and helps make the best use of valuable resources. 

NEC Software Solutions UK wins Humberside Fire and Rescue contract

NEC Software Solutions (NECSWS) has been awarded an initial 7-year contract to deliver a new hosted Command, Control and Integrated Communication System for Humberside Fire and Rescue Service (HFRS) following a competitive procurement process.