K9 Activity Tracking System - Records Management
Introduction to KATS Platinum
KATS Platinum represents a significant advancement in record-keeping technology specifically tailored for law enforcement agencies that utilize K9 units. Designed with input from Police K9 Officers, Sheriff's Deputies, Prosecuting Attorneys, and Software Engineers, KATS Platinum aims to meet the evolving needs of today’s law enforcement dog teams. First released in 1992, KATS has continuously developed its functionalities to provide a robust, comprehensive system that safeguards officers and agencies from potential liabilities.
Protecting K9 Teams since 1992
We pioneered K9 records management. KATS was the first-ever K9 records management system created for law enforcement K9 operations. Since its inception in 1992, the system has been under continual enhancement driven by feedback from active law enforcement personnel and legal professionals. This iterative development process ensures that KATS remains at the forefront of technology and continues to address the unique challenges faced by K9 units in the field.
Primary Functions
The core function of KATS Platinum is to provide court-ready documentation at the touch of a button, thus serving as a first line of defense against potential liability issues. This feature is particularly crucial for law enforcement agencies, as accurate and timely records can be the difference between success and failure in legal proceedings involving K9 operations.
Additionally, the system offers in-depth analysis of training activities and deployments of K9 teams. This analytical capability allows agencies to monitor and evaluate the performance of their K9 units effectively. By providing comprehensive data, KATS facilitates the identification and resolution of training or deployment issues, ensuring that K9 teams operate at their highest efficiency.
Customization & Flexibility
KATS Platinum stands out in the industry due to its unique ability to be completely modified and adapted to meet the specific needs of individual agencies. The system is fully customizable, allowing end-users to tailor its functionalities to their specific requirements. Whether an agency needs to track specific training metrics or document unique deployment scenarios, KATS Platinum can be adjusted to provide the necessary insights.
Features
Supervisors can manage file submissions and request follow-up reports as needed. Our Incident report system provides for nationwide suspect search and sharing of information. Bite ratio by demographics reports allow you to confront false accusations of abuse. Our training records management includes features to assist identifying training issues, and also features our TATS system designed to enhance detection dog training routines. Training collaboration allows you to share training setups with your entire team and even other agencies during group training. The complete system functions on any operating system and can be used on any Smartphone in the field, on your unit laptop or MDT, in your home or at the office. The system features key logging with audit trail capability for enhanced security.
Protection For Direct & Vicarious Liability
Beyond its primary function of documentation and liability protection, KATS Platinum assists in managing and developing K9 units. By documenting training records meticulously, the system aids agency trainers in identifying areas for improvement or concern. This proactive approach to training management ensures that K9 teams are always prepared for their diverse and demanding roles in law enforcement. KATS provides in-depth analysis of training activity and deployments of police dogs. It’s primary function is to provide court ready documentation at the touch of a button and is your first line of defense to buffer against potential direct and vicarious liability issues. You have everything you need about your entire section or an individual dog team at the touch of your fingertips.
Technical Specifications and Compatibility
KATS is designed to function on any operating system capable of accessing the internet, including Windows, Android, and Apple-based products. The system is compatible with both computers and smartphones, making it accessible virtually on any device with a browser capable of internet access. This broad compatibility ensures that KATS Platinum can be utilized by agencies regardless of their preferred hardware, providing a seamless and efficient user experience.
Security and Accessibility
Given the sensitive nature of the information documented within KATS, security is a paramount concern. The system employs robust encryption in transit and at rest, with security protocols to safeguard data from unauthorized access. At the same time, KATS Platinum ensures that authorized personnel can access the information they need quickly and efficiently, whether they are in the office or in the field.
The ultimate guide for K9 managers and handlers in developin
Bob Eden, who created the first blueprints for K9 records management and the CEO of Eden K9 Consulting & Training Corporation has authored his third book on police K9 operations. K9 Supervisors Manual will benefit senior police management teams who operate police dog programs, police K9 unit supervisors, senior police dog handlers as well as K9 officers looking to advance their careers in police K9 operations. A preview of the book can be read online. It is currently available from Amazon in Canada as well as the Amazon site in the United States. A full color version with all photos in color is available on Google Play, and you can also read a sample of the Google Play version here.
REVIEWS
Robert Eden has written a must-read analysis containing all the components essential for an effective K9 supervisor. His detailed insight and understanding of today’s issues are exceptional. -- Don Slavik, Executive Director of the United States Police Canine Association
Bob has a step-by-step guide, in very simple terms, on how to establish and run an exceptionally efficient and effective K9 unit. It’s a must read for everyone who works with K9s, and especially for K9 supervisors and administrators with little or no previous K9 experience. -- Rick Ashabranner, President of the North American Police Work Dog Association, NPWDA Master Trainer, and retired Law Enforcement Officers.
In K9 Supervisor’s Manual: Dynamics in Developing and Managing Police K9 Units, R.S. Eden draws on over four decades of experience to lay out the essentials of the K9 supervisor’s job. This book addresses so many important topics that a short review cannot do it justice. Long story short, Eden dispels myths and lays down frank truths as he gives supervisors the tools to build cultures of excellence in their K9 organizations. -- Sgt. Steve White, K9 Unit Supervisor, Seattle Police Department
Bob Eden has put together an indispensable resource for K9 supervisors. This book is based on vast experience and loaded with facts, science, and case law. If you manage or supervise a K9 program you must read this book. -- Cameron Ford, Ford K9 LLC
Bob Eden puts his decades of knowledge and experience handling and training police dogs into this comprehensive guide for supervisors of K9 teams. Whether you are a seasoned K9 unit supervisor, a road supervisor overseeing K9 teams on your shift, or are completely new to K9 handling and supervision, this book is a must-read. Bob’s book contains all the information that a supervisor needs to have to help protect themselves, their handlers, and their agency from liability and to help make the unit run smoothly. When armed with the information in this book, a supervisor will have all they need to make informed decisions on everything from dog and handler selection, to purchasing equipment, to deployment decisions and liability issues. -- Richard Caito, K9 Officer with the Amherst Police Department
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