
The Science of Staffing: A Conversation with Pat Heffner on Police Resource Allocation
The Coptimizer Podcast
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Balancing Act: Police Workload Distribution
This chapter addresses the challenges of distributing workloads among police officers, juxtaposing the energy and motivations of younger officers against the administrative burdens faced by others. It emphasizes the need for data-driven resource allocation and performance metrics to enhance community safety while maintaining officer wellbeing. The discussion explores the impact of generational differences, technological advancements, and proactive enforcement on police effectiveness and public perception.
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