THE FUTURE OF SECURITY: PUBLIC SAFETY TRENDS FOR 2024 AND 2025

The top public safety organizations face new threats and challenges that emerging technology is helping address more effectively than ever. As we enter 2024, a number of leading trends will dramatically impact security and law enforncement.

AI-Assisted Emergency Response

Artificial intelligence capabilities supporting emergency call centers, dispatch, and incident response will enable faster, more targeted responses. For instance, the technology can instantly transcribe 911 calls, analyze details, pinpoint probable locations, and guide call taker protocols. Dispatch systems leverage AI to deploy resources based on comprehensive risk analysis. On site, augmented reality visors give first responders building schematics and health readings of people in distress, aiding rescue.

Advanced Data Integration and Analytics

The proliferation of sensors, cameras, social media and other data sources has overwhelmed public safety organizations. Now advanced analytics, aided by AI, can integrate and make sense of diverse data streams to inform proactive risk mitigation. Crime can be predicted where environmental vulnerabilities exist. Data insights also aid responders during events, with information analyzed in transit.

Enhanced Community Engagement and Resilience

Public safety agencies recognizing communities as partners, not just populations they serve one-way. Apps and interactive platforms empower community members with emergency training and let them provide real-time local updates to enhance situational awareness. In 2025, integrated emergency planning also incorporates community organizations in recognition of their critical support role.

Smart Protective Infrastructure

By the time we hit 2025, cities will increasingly invest in “safe city” infrastructure that leverages 5G, IoT sensors, and integrated software to prevent incidents or facilitate rapid response. Environmental monitoring, networked surveillance cameras with behavioral analytics, and connected emergency beacons will feed command centers. Traffic functionality may automate to clear paths for emergency vehicles, while drones with thermal imaging support search and rescue.

With public safety threats continually evolving, technology innovations centered on responsiveness, intelligence and community relationships will define agencies in 2024-2025 as they work to stay several steps ahead. What lasts as priorities are deeper community integration and using technology to forge trust – the fundamentals for public safety.