Information Technolog

In order to reduce the number of terminals required in accessing different
computer systems of the Force, a Common Terminal (CT) approach was
adopted to provide end users with a single point of access on their
desktop. The CT approach was successfully implemented in January.

The roll-out of the Formation Information Communal System, which
assists officers in handling reports to the Police, dealing with complaints
of crime, processing lost and found properties, and managing persons in
police custody, was completed in June for all 23 districts and 60
divisions. It has enhanced police services by eliminating repetitive paper
work, providing a fast and reliable cash (bail money) accounting system
and producing up-to-date and comprehensive management information.

Two other new systems under the Information Technology Strategy - the
Reference Materials System and the Leave Recording System - also went
live in 1997. Fourteen types of commonly referenced materials and leave
information are now available on-line to facilitate on-line enquiries and
staff resources planning. The development of the Regional Information
Communal System, the Traffic Operations and Management Systems and
the further enhancement of the Enhanced Computer-assisted Command
and Control System are on schedule and will be rolled out in 1998.

The Police Data Network connecting stations and offices was put in
place to provide an information highway for the sharing and transfer of
information between different information systems. A Bulletin Board
System was also implemented as part of the Police E-mail Network to
facilitate the promulgation of documents of common interest within each
division.

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