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real-time information on persons, vehi- cles, and incidents from a broad network of law enforcement RMS databases. COBRA.net provides a synchronized, centralized environment for shared in- formation that is securely managed and maintained in its own segregated space. Since the initiation of the MoDEx Core Project in the first quarter of 2011, over 100 partner agencies have been moved into live production. As of this writing, CODY and the State are continuing to bring more agencies online and are in the process of rolling out CODY's C.tac 5™ (COBRA.net Tactical) search appli- cation for access by MoDEx Core agen- cies. David N. Heffner, Vice President of CODY Systems, said that Missouri's growing MoDEx Core Project is a prime example of how a true partnership be- tween a State agency and a technology provider can yield real, tangible results for disparate data source integration. "The MoDEx Core Project is a great showcase for COBRA.net, especially the system's ability to break down the 'lan- guage barriers' between disparate RMS, CAD and other databases and provide seamless, transparent access to state-wide law enforcement data from many differ- ent tools, including our C.tac 5 Web-based one-stop search app. Missouri is a great partner and the project continues to grow as does our relationship," Heffner said. The COBRA.net system provides instant one-stop searching of agency databases via a host of tools, including CODY's C.tac (COBRA tactical) application. Cloud-ready and fully browser-based, C.tac allows law enforcement agents to access information from all connected agencies' databases and other federal and state databases, such as NCIC. Deployed over a secure Internet cloud, C.tac is secure at the highest federal and state standards. With a .NET rich client platform, agencies of all sizes have access to critical information by simply connect- ing to the Internet. COBRA.net's open-data core architecture allows easy access to centralized data for third-party tools, such as reporting, visual analysis and GIS mapping. In the event of a total loss of the source database, the system supports full disaster recovery for all con- nected agencies and data sources. Up-to-the-second cross-jurisdictional information ensures officer safety by pro- viding a complete picture of the person 2. and/or vehicle they are about to approach. With streamlined access and backup of information from across state-wide law enforcement databases, agencies can more efficiently coordinate information resources for preventing terrorist attacks and responding to natural disasters. 2. Datamaxx Group www.datamaxx.com For over 20 years, Datamaxx Group has been a leading provider of communica- tions and application software solutions to public safety, law enforcement and homeland security agencies. Supporting more than 500,000 end users globally, the company offers a comprehensive suite of products and services to facilitate informa- tion sharing among the agencies it serves. Datamaxx was the first company to be- come a strategic partner of the National Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (Nlets) and is the only privately held company in the U.S. that has been audited by the FBI and Nlets. Designed to meet stringent FBI CJIS Se- curity Policy requirements, the Datamaxx Secure Cloud™ Solution provides direct access to law enforcement networks and homeland security information sources. At the center of Datamaxx's Secure Cloud technology, the Omnixx Enterprise Plat- form delivers solutions for criminal jus- tice computing, wireless law enforcement communications, and cross-jurisdictional information sharing. In a cloud environment, a network can be accessed by computers and other de- vices anytime and anywhere an Internet connection exists. It is an affordable, secure solution that eliminates the costs associ- ated with storage and staffing, allowing agencies to avoid the expensive up-front investments and typical costs associated with on-premise solutions. Recently the Montana Department of Justice (MDOJ) reached a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Data- maxx Group that allows all Montana public safety agencies to utilize the Secure Cloud. This cost-effective, easily deployed and maintained solution allows agencies to seamlessly transition to the Datamaxx Secure Cloud without the usual adminis- trative challenges. With cloud solutions, agencies only have to load one application, eliminating the need for a suite of software for each device, and required updates are automated and handled through the Se- cure Cloud. At the forefront of Montana's move to cloud technology is the Fort Benton Police Department, which began using the Data- maxx Omnixx Force Mobile solution in December of 2011. Part of the Omnixx Mo- bility Suite, Omnixx Force Mobile allows officers to wirelessly access mission-critical data from their police vehicles while per- forming their daily duties. Fort Benton Police Chief John Turner said that the department chose the Data- maxx solution not only to improve officer safety and their investigative processes, but to save valuable time and resources. "The cloud environment offered by Data- www.lawandordermag.com 25