OPINION: Research carried out by Dods into officers' experience of ICT, on behalf of MarkLogic, has revealed some of the obstacles officers face on a daily basis. Imran Razzaq, Public Sector Lead for UK, Ireland and European Union at MarkLogic explores the white paper's findings.

Opinion: The safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults has scarcely been out of the headlines in recent years. Chief Constables and Police and Crime Commissioners have reiterated their commitment to making safeguarding a priority and improving their response. But well-publicised failings relating to late intervention and subsequent loss of life have sadly been all too common. Imran Razzaq, Director, Public Sector, MarkLogic UK, Ireland & EU, examines the issues.