Synectics has released a technical guidance paper to help local authorities better use their surveillance to manage evidence efficiently and securely.
Although evidence gathering is a key objective for most surveillance solutions installed, the way evidence is handled is central to criminal, civil, and internal investigations. In fact, this is more important than the quality of video footage, particularly in criminal investigations, the product firm says.
The guide explores the importance of effective Digital Evidence Management (DEM) and details best practice guidance for local authorities, and others doing surveillance.
Brett Longley, Technical Sales Manager, Synectics said: “Any anomalies in procedural activity can be devastating to a case. If a single action, time log, or staff detail is incorrect or inconsistent, the integrity of the evidence may be cast into doubt. The scale of surveillance solutions has grown exponentially beyond what is now known as traditional CCTV. The DEM framework captures the various types of data that are components of the audit trail. These include audio, operator notes, metadata, or text documents. Handling these different data sources makes effective management a complex job that requires intelligent systems, integration capability, and stringent procedures.
“To this end, we wanted to create a useful resource offering best practice guidance to help those responsible for protecting people, places, and assets ensure that evidence is captured, secured, and always deemed admissible.”
Visit https://www.synecticsglobal.com/en/resources-en/tech-notes/267-evidence-management.
