LEARNING RESOURCES

Choose from our selection of learning resources below to learn more about
Utility’s ecosystem and gain insight about how we work.

WEBINARS

Grab a cup of coffee, join the team, and gain insight about how we work. You’ll have the chance to take a deep dive into Utility and learn from specials guests ranging from law enforcement and industry experts.

Transforming Corrections: Maximizing Safety & Efficiency with Utility, Inc.’s Universe of Solutions

May 28, 2024

Sheriff Siegel, Sheriff Harris, and Captian Tim Turner discuss effective officer safety and situational awareness strategies using Utility, Inc. technology.

Blue Shield Wellness: Navigating mental health, physical fitness and family life in law enforcement

March 13, 2024

Join us for a webinar focused on strengthening mental, physical, and familial well-being for a more resilient and fulfilling career in law enforcement. Topics for Discussion: ✅Understanding and mitigating higher divorce risks ✅Unique strategies for maintaining healthy family relationships ✅Addressing mental health challenges, including stress,…

Navigating the Tech Landscape: Key Considerations for Adopting New Technology.

September 20, 2023

In this informative and interactive webinar, our panel of experts, including Sheriff (Ret.) John Boyd from the La Porte County Sheriff’s Office current Law Enforcement Relations Manager at Utility, Inc. and Chief Brad Flynn, Helena Alabama Police Department discuss the key considerations for adopting new…

Partner Webinar: Automated License Plate Recognition ALPR: Addressing Misconceptions and Key Considerations.

January 3, 2023

Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) is an effective and intelligent tool to keep communities safe; however, there are many misconceptions among lawmakers and the communities they represent about how the technology works, how it is operated and how it impacts privacy. With the proliferation of…

Partner Webinar: Evidence Management in 2022: Critical features your agency needs when selecting an effective DEMS

November 2, 2022

Industry experts estimate that 80% of evidence involved in an investigation is now digital. From body-worn cameras and in-car videos to cell phone evidence, digital reports and emerging technologies, the amount of digital evidence continues to grow, both in format and size, and the need…

Partner Webinar: Cultivating an Engaged Team: Strategies and techniques to support positive morale in law enforcement

August 23, 2022

Police1’s 2021 “What Cops Want” State of the Industry Survey revealed that 77% of officers polled felt that morale had decreased in their agency in the past year. Moreover, they resoundingly shared what they want from their leaders: to communicate, to be consistent, and to…

Partner Webinar: Creating a Positive Impact: Best Practices for Community Policing

November 12, 2021

Americans’ confidence in law enforcement reached a 27-year low in 2020, at 48%. In response, modern law enforcement agencies are proactively working to address this crisis in community confidence, implementing new solutions to reinforce strong relationships, positively impact sentiment, restore trust and renew respect in…

Explained: Utility’s Digital Management Ecosystem

October 29, 2021

As body cameras are becoming more popular across the nation, many states even mandating them, the need for having video from officer-citizen interactions is expected by the general public and their communities. There are many options available to public safety for body cameras and in-car…

CASE STUDIES

Learn about our processes, challenges we faced, and how we overcame them throughout our recent case studies.

Helena Police Department Case Study

February 23, 2024

Chief Brad Flynn from the Helena Police Department explains why his agency switched to the Utility, Inc. Universe of Solutions.

Bellaire Police Department Case Study

October 14, 2023

Chief Onesimo “Mo” Lopez from the Bellaire, Texas Police Department explains why his agency made the switch to the Utility, Inc. Universe of Solutions.

The Benefits of User Groups: Louisville, Colorado Police Department Video Case Study (Pt.1)

January 25, 2023

Chief David Hayes from the Louisville, CO Police Department shares the benefits of forming a Utility Inc. Technology user group in the Denver Metropolitan Area.

Navigating Natural Hazards with BWCs: Louisville, Colorado Police Department Video Case Study (Pt.2)

January 25, 2023

Chief David Hayes from the Louisville, CO Police Department shares how his community navigated the unpredictable Louisville WildFires last year and their plans to rebuild and move forward.

Polaris™ by Utility Digital Evidence Universe: St. Louis County PD Case Study

January 25, 2023

St. Louis County officers share the top features of the Polaris™ by Utility (formerly AvailWeb) Digital Evidence Management Solution that helps their team the most in the field.

Layers of Safety: The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Department Video Case Study

November 1, 2021

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This is the Body Worn case study video series featuring the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Department of Alberquerque, New Mexico. First, take a deep dive into how Utility’s solutions help the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Department with its daily duties. Then, take a ride along with Captain…

COFFEE TALK

Gain insight into Utility’s ecosystem from an eye-opening and refreshing perspective. Through a light-hearted chat over coffee, we’ll discuss Utility beyond the technology and the relationships built with the community. The guests vary from law officials to industry experts who discuss their professions and company goals and share their experiences working with Utility.

Utility – Creating Space for Growth

May 3, 2022

In this week’s exciting Coffee Talk, Utility’s Marketing and Creative Director Kristen Jaynes covers key elements of what to expect with Utility’s upcoming Rebrand on May 9th!

Unintended Benefits of a Body Camera Program

September 17, 2021

Chief Dave Hofmann, City of Lawrence, IN Police Department discusses the unintended benefits of implementing a body camera program. He shares how BWCs have improved investigative processes and capture exciting utterances on domestic disturbance calls. Chief Hofmann shares best practices on when to record, and…

Protecting a University Campus

August 20, 2021

Chief Jill Lees, Indiana University (Bloomington) discusses the importance of campus safety, and how she is able to provide leadership, direction and oversee all the law enforcement functions on campus. Jill also shares her testimony by partnering with Utility and real-life examples of how Utility’s…

Technology Enhancements Driven by Agency Partners

July 19, 2021

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Utility’s CTO, Simon Araya, discusses the direction of our technology and how it is driven by close relationships with our agency partners and users. We work with our customers to build the solutions they need to address their video evidence capture, storage, and management pain…

The Relationship between Policy and Body Cameras

June 30, 2021

Bill McAuliffe, the Director of Professional Services at Lexipol, shares the relationship between policy and body cameras. The information and scenarios to consider when crafting the best body camera and video evidence policy for an agency. Additionally, McAuliffe explains how policies create the foundation for…

Implementing a Body Camera Program

June 23, 2021

Deputy Chief Kendale Adams of Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department chats with Host, Jason Dombkowski on IMPD’s implementation of a body camera program. Their agency’s applications of Utility’s solutions and in-the-field examples of using BodyWorn’s features beyond the capability of video recording.

The Value of Data

May 12, 2021

Utility’s CEO, Michael Nark chats with Host, Jason Dombkowski on the concept of a bigger, wider ecosystem of Utility’s solutions. Discussing the ecosystem beyond the collection of the footage. The value of the data collected after the initial recording is stored and the importance of…

SPACE FOR KNOWLEDGE

Join our incredible host, Sheriff (Ret.) John Boyd, retired La Porte County Indiana Sheriff and 30+ year law enforcement expert as he dives deep into critical Public Safety topics with current industry experts.

Cost-effective Force Multiplier: The Low-Cost Advantage of Fixed ALPR for Comprehensive Surveillance

August 2, 2024

Chief Marty Corley from the Michigan City, Indiana Police Department, and Andy Jessen, ALPR expert, and Product Manager from Utility, Inc., share their perspectives on the benefits of ALPR (Automated License Plate Readers) in Law Enforcement.

Space for Knowledge: Best Practices for Ensuring the Security and Integrity of Digital Evidence

June 7, 2024

Explore strategies and technologies ensuring the security and integrity of digital evidence, emphasizing best practices for preserving and protecting data with Sheriff (Ret.) John Boyd, the Law Enforcement Relations Manager at Utility, and Susan Smith, Product Manager at Utility.

Revolutionizing Legal Workflows. Unveiling the Top Features you need for Digital Evidence Management

May 3, 2024

Christopher Fronk, Chief Deputy Prosecutor from St. Joseph County, Indiana, shares his perspective on Digital Evidence Management and the top features needed for success.

Addressing Officer and Inmate Safety and Morale in the Corrections Environment

March 22, 2024

In this week’s episode of Space for Knowledge, Sheriff David Martin from the Morgan County, Colorado, Sheriff’s Office shares his perspective on these issues on how to effectively address them. Tune in for valuable insights on: ✅Practical measures for safety, morale, and well-being challenges. ✅Fostering…

Navigating Corrections: Insights into Safety, Technology, and Organizational Culture

March 1, 2024

Join our incredible host, John Boyd, retired La Porte County IN Sheriff and 30+ year law enforcement expert and Corrections Expert Dean Williams, retired Executive Director of the CO Department of Corrections! Gain valuable insights on: ✅Effective safety and crisis response strategies ✅Improving staff morale,…

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

Our clients share details on the challenges they were facing, why they selected Utility’s Universe of Solutions and the impact it has made overall at their agencies