: Filter data by day of the week or time of day to identify "peak times" for specific crimes like burglaries or thefts. 3. Strategic Analysis (Long-Term)
The suite, developed by The Omega Group (now part of CentralSquare Technologies), is a geographic information system (GIS) specifically designed for law enforcement to analyze and map crime patterns. This guide details how to use its core features for strategic and tactical analysis. Core Capabilities
: Use the software to identify clusters of recent activity. Tools like the Local Moran's I algorithm help distinguish between random occurrences and statistically significant clusters. 4.7 / 10 CrimeView ...
: Use reports for Compstat-style meetings, focusing on the four core components: timely intelligence, rapid deployment, effective tactics, and relentless follow-up. Best Practices for Analysts
: Don't just rely on pin maps; use advanced spatial analysis like "nearest neighbor" algorithms to find hidden patterns in crime displacement. : Filter data by day of the week
CrimeView allows agencies to move from administrative record-keeping to proactive, on-demand crime analysis. Key functions include:
: Deploy the CrimeView Dashboard to mobile units. This allows patrol officers to see recent "hot" areas in their specific zone before they start their shift. This guide details how to use its core
: Avoid the "clearinghouse" model where all requests go through one person; encourage officers to use self-service dashboard tools.