Improving our ability to adopt digital innovations in policing

Background

We want to harness data and use advanced technologies to our advantage, rising to the challenge of a fast-moving data-driven digital age. We will make information and insight more accessible internally, and externally, to support evidence-based decisions and promote public confidence. We will strive to enhance our global reputation for excellence and expertise in policing.

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Source

This question was published as part of the set of ARIs in this document:

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