Police Scotland has received over 1,000 responses to its public consultation on a refreshed digital, data and technology strategy.
The force is analysing feedback to the proposed new strategy and will report the results to a Scottish Police Authority board meeting next Thursday.
The strategy will play a vital role in enabling the force’s 2030 Vision for policing in Scotland of safer communities, less crime, supported victims, and a thriving workforce.
‘In an era of rapid technological advancement and evolving public expectations, the role of digital and data within policing has never been more critical,’ the force said in an update on the strategy’s progress this week.
‘We worked extensively with partners and stakeholders to develop our last Digital Strategy which focused on moving from ‘Doing Digital to Being Digital’, recognising the evolving role that digital, data and technology has within an organisation.
‘This refreshed strategy will set out our renewed vision for harnessing technology and information to enhance operational effectiveness, improve public trust and confidence, and support our workforce in delivering outstanding policing services.
‘It builds on the foundations laid in previous years, aligning with national policing priorities, public sector ambition and local strategic objectives, while embracing innovation and emerging capabilities.’
Results of the 1,157 responses to the force’s online survey are due to be presented at the SPA meeting at the COSLA building in Edinburgh by Andrew Hendry, Police Scotland’s chief digital and information officer.