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How Simplifying Correctional Software Data Access Enhances Efficiencies and Transparency
By: Joli Shumpert, Product Implementation Specialist With jail administrators surveying inmate populations daily, weekly, monthly, and annually on a whole host of topics including programming, medical needs, discipline measures, etc., the amount of data stored within your software system can quickly become overwhelming. Add to that the specific data
Why You Deserve More From Your Jail Management System (JMS)
By: Joseph Robbins, equivant Corrections Implementation Specialist A JMS (Jail Management System) is defined as a software solution designed to streamline and enhance the overall operations and administration of correctional facilities. It is a tool of paramount importance; effective jail management systems are essential to ensure the safety and well-being
How Research & Validation Studies Benefit Your Agency
By: Greg Eash, COO of equivant Corrections When it comes to objective classification, ensuring that every decision your staff makes is logical – and more importantly, defensible – is the biggest piece of the puzzle. At equivant Corrections, we not only make this a reality through our comprehensive Classification
Classification’s Role in Inmate Management: Beyond the Basics
By: Greg Eash, COO equivant Corrections The concept of objective jail classification became widespread after the National Institute of Corrections (NIC) funded a project in 1986 to devise an objective jail classification (OJC) system that would meet the specific needs of jails and be readily adaptable to facilities of
Safeguarding Privacy and Security: The Importance of SOC2 Type2 for Criminal Justice Agencies Handling PII and CJIS Information
By: Eric Tumperi, General Manager – equivant SCP In our increasingly digitized world, the protection of sensitive information has become a paramount concern. For criminal justice agencies entrusted with the handling of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) data, maintaining robust information security policies and
How to Choose an Inmate Classification Tool for Your Agency to Protect Against Litigation
By: Joe Robbins, Implementation Specialist According to the National Institute of Corrections, “Objective jail classification (OJC) is a process of assessing every jail inmate’s custody and program needs and is considered one of the most important management tools available to jail administrators and criminal justice system planners.” So, when
Five Ways the Right Custody Management System Can Improve Officer, Staff, and Inmate Safety
By: Joe Dorsey, equivant Corrections Account Executive Safety is paramount in jails. From key stakeholders to those peripherally involved in the justice system, keeping staff, officers, and inmates safe is a top priority. While disciplinary measures, adequate staffing, and streamlined procedures and security all contribute to jail safety, perhaps
The Practitioner’s Perspective: How equivant Corrections Software Solutions are Developed and Revised
By: Joseph Robbins, equivant Corrections Implementation Specialist Software solutions are only as good as their ability to adapt, evolve, and solve challenges for users. As you are well aware, corrections facilities are stretched to the absolute limit. With ever increasing demands and staffing shortages becoming the norm, practical processes
The Developer’s Perspective: How equivant Corrections Software Solutions are Developed and Revised
By: Doug Boude, Director of Research & Development Software solutions are measured by their ability to adapt, evolve, and solve challenges for users while maintaining a consistent and easy-to-use user experience release to release. This means that software cannot be developed in a silo; but, instead, must combine input
