Using analysis and rostering software, we are able to help forces be more effective in their alignment of resources to demand and redesign rostering and shift patterns. The scope of this work involves a detailed examination of demand analysis. The software we use has a number of applications (e.g. response, investigation, custody and call handling). The output provides a force with options from a range of financial savings at one end through to improved response times at the other. Reduction in the cost of unplanned police overtime can also be achieved, alongside the wider efficiency and cost effectiveness opportunities. In addition a better service to the public is provided by having more officers and staff on duty at the times they are most needed. The deliverables are: The NPIA is currently working with 4 forces in implementing Effective Deployment projects: Avon and Somerset Constabulary, South Yorkshire Police, Durham Constabulary and Norfolk Constabulary. All of these forces are undertaking major reviews of the resource to demand alignment in response and investigation. So far, our work with Avon and Somerset Constabulary's Bristol BCU has identified the potential for savings amounting to £1.46 million through the restructuring of its response function. The changes include: A comprehensive guide on how to review shifts, developed with the Metropolitan Police Service is also available. You can keep up-to-date with developments in Workforce Planning by joining the Cost Effectiveness community on POLKA. Members of the community can also access further information about the effective deployment projects by clicking on the following links: * NB you need to be on the PNN secure network and logged in as a member of the POLKA Cost Effectiveness community to access these documents. Or you can contact the Workforce Planning team by e-mailing Customer Support or calling +44 (0) 203 113 7387.What is Effective Deployment?
What are the benefits of Effective Deployment?
