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Case Studies

Read the following case studies to learn how public safety agencies have put Spillman in Action to help them overcome data management challenges and improve operations.

Bennington Police Department, VT / Hartford Police Department, VT

Key Topics: Multi-Jurisdictional Interoperability, Real-time Data Sharing, System Reliability, Advanced Searching, Radioless Communication, Mobile Data, Ease of Use

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Bennington Police Department customer for 15 years

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Hartford Police Department customer for 15 years

When Tropical Storm Irene hit Vermont in late August 2011, the Bennington and Hartford police departments used Spillman’s Mobile software to maintain emergency communications and set up a temporary dispatching center.

Pima County Sheriff, AZ

Customer for 23 years

Key Topics: Multi-Jurisdictional Interoperability, Real-time Data Sharing, Advanced Searching, Data Involvements, Mobile Data, Ease of Use

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Personnel from the Pima County Sheriff’s Department used Spillman software to efficiently respond to the shooting of former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords and 18 others at a grocery store in Tucson, Ariz. The sheriff’s department relied on Spillman to quickly dispatch law enforcement, coordinate an emergency response, gather background information on the assailant, and rule out other potential suspects.

Oxford County Sheriff, ME

Customer for 25 years

Key Topics: Multi-Jurisdictional Interoperability, Advanced Searching, Mobile Data

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On July 26, 2011, one person was killed and another fatally injured after domestic violence escalated into an execution-style shooting in Gray, Maine. State troopers’ only clues to the suspect’s identity stemmed from the comments of a six-year-old witness to the crime.

Tuscaloosa Police Department, AL

Customer for 18 years

Key Topics: Real-time Data Sharing, System Reliability, Radioless Communication, Mobile Data, Time & Cost Savings

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In the aftermath of a severe April 2011 tornado, the Tuscaloosa Police Department relied on software from Spillman Technologies to find locations within the damaged city, communicate while cell phone service was unavailable, and track missing people as they were reported by friends and family.

Geauga County Sheriff, OH

Customer for 6 years

Key Topics: Multi-Jurisdictional Interoperability, Advanced Searching, Time & Cost Savings

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Detectives in Geauga County, Ohio, used Spillman software to help solve thefts and apprehend suspects in a crime ring targeting homes and businesses across two states.

Granbury Police Department, TX

Customer for 4 years

Key Topics: Real-time Data Sharing, Support & Training, Time & Cost Savings

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Providing the Granbury Police Department, La Plata County Sheriff’s Office, and Surprise Police Department with a return on their software investments.

“I feel like a family member with Spillman and couldn’t be happier with the support staff. The level of professionalism and dedication is very noticeable. I feel like Spillman cares. We aren’t just some paycheck coming in. That is worth more than people realize.”
- Josh Rodri, System Administrator, La Plata County Sheriff’s Office, CO

One year after adopting software from Spillman Technologies, two public safety agencies examine how Spillman has provided a solid return on their investments by increasing efficiency, improving officer safety, and providing reliable customer support. In addition, a long-term customer evaluates how adding new functionality to its system has made it safer and more efficient to issue citations.


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Monroe Police Department, WI

Customer for 7 years

Key Topics: Multi-Jurisdictional Interoperability, Real-time Data Sharing, Time & Cost Savings

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After 15 years of using a records management system that Technical Services Director Rob Jacobson described as "an electronic filing cabinet," the Monroe Police Department was ready for a public safety upgrade. Before the agency could implement a new system, however, administrators needed to assess their community's needs, build a consensus among participating agencies, evaluate vendors, and secure funding from the local government.

Monrovia Police Department, CA

Customer for 20 years

Key Topics: System Reliability, Advanced Searching

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The Monrovia Police Department was looking for a public safety software system that would require minimal downtime and offer the tools necessary to search data and solve crimes.

Covington-Newton County E 9-1-1, GA

Customer for 20 years

Key Topics: Multi-Jurisdictional Interoperability, Real-time Data Sharing, System Reliability

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Spillman software streamlined information management for the 10 Newton County agencies by enabling data to be stored at a central database, ensuring the highest standards for data accuracy and reliability.

Lewis County Sheriff, WA

Customer for 18 years

Key Topics: Data Involvements, Radioless Communication, Mobile Data, Integrated Database

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When massive floods hit Lewis County in 2006 and 2007, many residents' lives depended on the quick response of the Lewis County Sheriff's Office. Using Spillman's Mobile Communications and Computer-Aided Dispatch solutions, public safety personnel were able to maintain communications and respond quickly where they were needed most.

Torrance Police Department, CA

Customer for 7 years

Key Topics: Radioless Communication, Mobile Data

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Spillman's Mobile Voiceless Dispatch module allowed a Torrance PD officer to view critical call details as they were received by the dispatcher. Through the power of integration the officer was able to immediately begin responding to the scene of the crime and get suspects in custody before the call was dispatched.

Glendale Police Department, WI

Customer for 10 years

Key Topics: Multi-Jurisdictional Interoperability, Real-time Data Sharing, Mobile Data

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The Glendale Police Department needed a mobile solution that would give patrol officers access to as much information as possible while on the road. Spillman mobile allowed them to not only obtain information in the field, but to share that information with everyone in the department and collaborate with surrounding agencies.

Pima County Sheriff, AZ

Customer for 23 years

Key Topics: Multi-Jurisdictional Interoperability, Real-time Data Sharing, Integrated Database, Data Security

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In an effort to share real-time data, the Pima County Sheriff's Department hosts a single-server database for five contributing agencies. Thirty-five other local, state, and federal agencies have view-only access to the information. There are more than 2,000 logins in all.

Tuscaloosa Police Department, AL

Customer for 18 years

Key Topics: System Reliability, Mobile Data, Integrated Database, Reporting

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The Tuscaloosa Police Department needed a fully integrated software package to enable all divisions to become interoperable, or have the ability to exchange data on demand. The previous software used was unreliable and lacked the functionality needed to collaborate and share information. Spillman helped connect each division using the latest wireless and database technologies.

Whitcom, WA

Customer for 16 years

Key Topics: Multi-Jurisdictional Interoperability, Going paperless, Dispatch Consolidation, Integrated Database

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To successfully consolidate dispatching and record keeping, the Whitcom 911 Center hosts Spillman's integrated software solutions for computer-aided dispatch (CAD), records management, and fire/EMS management on a single server. In all, Whitcom provides dispatch services to more than 50 agencies.

Oxford County Sheriff, ME

Customer for 25 years

Key Topics: Real-time Data Sharing, Radioless Communication, Mobile Data

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The Oxford County Sheriff's Office needed software that would allow first responders to easily communicate with dispatchers when responding to emergencies. Deputies had to be able to access data about a location while en route to a call. With Spillman's Mobile Communications solutions, Oxford County now has the ability to share information and work more efficiently in the field.

Tavares Police Department, FL

Customer for 6 years

Key Topics: Advanced Searching, Data Involvements

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Two witnesses can only provide minimal information about their assailants, so Tavares Police Department uses Spillman's integrated searching and Involvements to mine data and track down the suspects.