Top 4 mistakes corrections officers make while doing rounds (and how to fix them)
The life of a corrections officer is far from easy and, like in any other profession, mistakes can happen. The top 4 mistakes most often made by...
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Oct 19, 2018
- by Greg Piper
Top 4 mistakes corrections officers make while doing rounds (and how to fix them)
The life of a corrections officer is far from easy and, like in any other profession, mistakes can happen. The top 4 mistakes most often made by corrections officers while completing rounds includes not observing the inmates properly, trying to complete...
Oct 1, 2018
- by Camille Knighton
How to Track Inmate Meals at your Correctional Facility using GUARDIAN RFID
Are you looking for an explanation of how your corrections staff can track inmate meals using GUARDIAN RFID? In this blog, we'll explain how to use the GUARDIAN RFID meals module, why your correctional facility should track meals, and the best practices...
Sep 10, 2018
- by Frank Montemorano
3 ways technology can help Minnesota Jails comply with 2911
What is 2911? What jail standards are defined in 2911 that Minnesota jail administrators and sheriffs should know? How can technology help to automate certain aspects of 2911? In this blog, we'll break down three ways to build and maintain compliance with...
Aug 27, 2018
- by Camille Knighton
One-way vs Two-way Interface: Which Provides More Value to your Correctional Facility?
Are you looking for a comparison between a one-way and a two-way interface between your jail management or offender management system and a third party software? In this blog, we'll cover the value in...
Aug 10, 2018
- by Camille Knighton
Inmate Identification: Wristbands vs. ID Cards
Are you looking for a comparison between wristbands and ID cards used for inmate identification? In this blog, we'll cover how each form factor...
Jul 22, 2018
What is the Sandra Bland Act, and How Do I Maximize our Compliance?
The Sandra Bland Act, signed into law June 15, 2017 by Texas Governor Greg Abbott, sees changes to bail reform, jail diversion, jail safety, officer training, racial profiling, data collection, officer discipline and behavioral health. Sandra Bland Act...
Jul 19, 2018
- by Camille Knighton
Why jails should switch to mobile inmate tracking
What is mobile inmate tracking? How much time is your staff wasting on paper-based systems? Is your safety and reliability suffering as a result of manual systems? This article discusses...
Jul 3, 2018
- by Camille Knighton
How to deploy GUARDIAN RFID
What do I need to know about implementing and deploying GUARDIAN RFID? How can I accelerate installation time and maximize staff adoption, all at the same time? In this blog, we answer the most commonly asked questions to...
Jun 28, 2018
- by Joe Lewis
3 Ways to Improve Guard Tour
Are you trying to learn how to improve the guard tour system at your jail? If so, this article will help you...
Jun 15, 2018
- by Camille Knighton
What You Need to Know about Hardened RFID Tags: What They Are, How to Use Them, and Where to Mount Them
How are RFID tags used in jails, prisons, and juvenile detention facilities? Are they for cell checks only? Where and how do I mount them? In this blog, we talk about the wide range of uses for Hard Tags from GUARDIAN RFID, and answer the most commonly...
Jun 4, 2018
- by Camille Knighton
Six Tips for Zone-based Inmate Tracking Success
Are you looking for an inmate tracking system for your facility? Have you considered different types of RFID technology, including zone-based vs. coordinate-based inmate tracking and the pros and cons of each? If so, this blog will help you...
May 29, 2018
- by Camille Knighton
Review: Spillman Flex Jail Management System Integration
Do you use Spillman Flex Jail Management System? Are you wondering about the cost, complexity, and value of integrating Flex JMS with GUARDIAN RFID? In this review, we discuss...
May 28, 2018
Do I need to use Wi-Fi with GUARDIAN RFID?
Are you wondering if you need Wi-Fi in your facility to use GUARDIAN RFID? What are the costs and considerations for deploying Wi-Fi? In this blog, we discuss...
May 23, 2018
- by Camille Knighton
SPARTAN vs iPod: Which is the best handheld scanner to use in corrections?
Are you looking for an honest comparison of SPARTAN and iPod devices for jails? If so, this article will help you...
Apr 16, 2018
Why Three Jail Administrators Switched from Guard Tour to GUARDIAN RFID
Why are corrections professionals migrating away from guard tour systems, and where are they deficient in their ability to properly log security checks and cell checks on inmates and juveniles? In this blog, we'll help you...
Nov 26, 2017
Could Captain Kirk meet PREA standards?
What challenges are corrections leaders facing when it comes to Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) compliance? This blog will help you...
Oct 27, 2017
Interfacing GUARDIAN RFID with our Jail Management System
Does GUARDIAN RFID integrate with our jail management system? Does it interface with offender management systems and case management systems for juveniles? Do I need a one-way or two-way interface? We'll help you...
Oct 26, 2017
Great documentation defeats risk in corrections
How are corrections leaders eliminating manual, paper-based logs and outdated guard tour systems, while achieving real-time data collection and reporting? This blog will help you...
Oct 26, 2017
Mobility in Corrections: iOS vs. Android
Mobility is here to stay. Handheld scanners unleash productivity and power. So now the question is: iOS vs. Android?...
Oct 8, 2017
Inmate Identification: Five Tips to Maximize Success
Looking to implement an inmate identification solution? Are you considering upgrading to an electronic wristband or ID card?...
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