FROM THE BEAT TO THE BACK-OFFICE: EMPOWERING TECH-LED TRANSFORMATION FOR POLICE FORCES
Whether your force is looking to take the next step on its digital journey, or you’re well on your way with transformation, Node4 is ready and waiting to shine a light on the many practical ways technology can impact the day-to-day lives of your officers, police staff and the communities you serve.
Join us at Policing First 2024, a free, immersive day-long event uniting policing and technology professionals through one shared goal: to bring about tech-led transformation that helps deliver change that truly matters.
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WHY JOIN US AT POLICING FIRST 2024?
FOCUS ON THE OUTCOMES WITH ACCOUNTS FROM YOUR PEERS
Policing professionals will share real-life accounts of how they’ve harnessed technology to drive meaningful change within their force.
HEAR FROM EXPERT SPEAKERS WITH HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
Keynote talks with police professionals and tech pros will highlight digital transformation from both perspectives.
DISCOVER TECHNOLOGY THAT ADDRESSES YOUR BIGGEST CHALLENGES
Forget tech for tech’s sake – we’re here to showcase the tangible benefits a cloud, data and digital-first approach can bring to your force.
SEE WHAT THE FUTURE HAS IN STORE
Once the building blocks are in place, discover how up-and-coming technology might soon be helping shape the future of policing.
THE AGENDA
Here’s a taster of our agenda so far – we’ll be adding even more sessions in the coming weeks, so keep checking back for updates.
CLOUD ENABLEMENT: THE BUILDING BLOCKS FOR INTEGRATED POLICING
with Dan Hamilton (Account Technology Strategist for UK Policing, Microsoft)
Cloud transformation offers police forces unprecedented opportunities to revolutionise their operations. In this session, we’ll explore the impact of transitioning from on-premises systems to cloud-based solutions. We’ll explore future possibilities, such as using AI to enhance daily operations, applying advanced analytics to data, and the flexibility Azure offers digital forensics teams to scale their capabilities when needed.
MODERNISING POLICING: NAVIGATING LEGACY APPLICATION CHALLENGES
with Nick Prentice-Jenkins (Senior Power Platform Specialist, Microsoft), Steve Eade (Microsoft)
Legacy applications pose unique challenges for police forces, yet their continued use is crucial for providing support to their community. In this session, we’ll be delving into how low-code strategies can help forces transition away from legacy systems, including ensuring a data-first strategy is adopted to ensure the necessary security and governance is in place to protect sensitive information.
AUTOMATION, AI AND ACTIONS FOR IMPROVING CITIZEN ENGAGEMENT
with Jay Fitzhenry (Pre-Sales Lead, Node4)
Join our transformation expert Jay Fitzhenry as he discusses how Microsoft technology can enhance citizen care and engagement. We’ll explore public-facing portals and automated case progression, along with insights into leveraging AI for improved citizen engagement.
THE ROLE OF DATA IN MODERN POLICING
with Reuben Barry (Practice Director, Data & AI, Node4)
Information is the lifeblood of policing, but how can forces harness its power? In this session we’ll tackle the fundamentals of data: from managing legacy systems and unifying siloed data, to enhancing data security, effective management and gaining actionable insights to explore future possibilities of proactive policing.
MEET OUR SPEAKERS AND POLICING EXPERTS
More speaker details will be released soon!
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Jason has 30 years of policing experience, having started his career as a Police Constable for Warwickshire Police and serving most recently as Chief Superintendent.
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Caroline has 20 years’ policing sales experience, supporting forces in gaining maximum value from their investment in technology.
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As Chief Technology and Strategy Director, Mark Skelton leads Node4’s Digital Services business. He has over two decades of industry expertise, particularly within the Microsoft services arena, and his senior leadership roles aimed at defining at executing growth strategies for multiple organisations.
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As Account Technology Strategist for UK Policing at Microsoft, Dan has substantial experience of collaborating with multiple police forces to achieve their technical objectives, with a particular focus on cloud technology. His background in software development also equips him with a unique understanding of technical solutions from the ground up, enabling him to identify and mitigate pitfalls and solutions throughout all project stages.
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Reuben leads Node4’s Data & AI practice, delivering solutions that cover everything to do with data. From database engineering, through data platform implementation, to delivering actionable analytics and insights through reports and dashboards, he’s committed to helping organisations transform their data insights into real, actionable outcomes.
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Nick brings over 20 years of policing experience, having served as a police officer with South Wales Police. Now a Senior Power Platform Specialist at Microsoft, he uses his extensive background to help police forces and other public sector organisations implement impactful solutions with Microsoft’s low-code technology.
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Jay’s expertise with Microsoft Business Applications alongside Data & AI technologies has helped organisations achieve their goals and see real-value whilst leveraging modern technology options. With a passion for low-code, community engagement and showcasing new product features, Jay is in prime place to talk about the latest and greatest with all things Microsoft.
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As Senior Technical Specialist at Microsoft, Steve has 17 years’ experience of ensuring organisations make the most of Microsoft technology in both the public sector and private industry. His time as Senior Consultant Technical Lead at the Metropolitan Police also gives him hands-on knowledge into the technical challenges faced by police forces, and their solutions.
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OUR WORK WITH POLICE FORCES
As digital transformation specialists, Node4 have worked with multiple police forces to create customised tech solutions and encourage the adoption of Microsoft technology – all with the aim of driving efficiency, increasing productivity and empowering forces to deliver a seamless citizen experience.
With the combined knowledge of Tisski and risual, Node4 bring a complete digital solution for constabularies. From enabling cloud transformation and providing flexible IT managed services, to empowering police forces to focus on tasks that matter the most using custom-built Power Apps, we’re here to support the delivery ambitions of police forces every step of the way.
FAQs
WHAT TIME DOES THE EVENT START AND FINISH?
Arrival, drinks and networking will being at 9.30am. The event will begin at 10am and we’ll be wrapping up at 5pm with a networking drinks reception for the final hour. Take a look at the full agenda for details on each session.
HOW DO I GET TO THE VENUE?
The Park Regis is a 15-minute walk from New Street Station. Alternatively, you can catch the West Midlands Metro from Grand Central (located just outside New Street Station) to Five Ways – the hotel is then a short walk from Five Ways.
IS THERE PARKING AT THE VENUE?
There is secure onsite parking available at St Martins Place, adjacent to the Park Regis – you can access the car park entrance via St Martins Street, B15 1ED. Parking is chargeable.
IS LUNCH PROVIDED?
Yes, lunch and other refreshments will be provided on the day.
REGISTER TODAY
We’re looking forward to you joining us at Policing First 2024. Please take a moment to fill in the form to register your attendance.