The Information Systems Unit (ISU) is instrumental in providing technological services and expertise to the Niagara Regional Police Service by assisting and enabling front line officers and administration personnel with technological tools and accurate, up-to-date access to information. ISU supports over 1,000 uniform and civilian employees of the Niagara Regional Police Service at 12 sites across the Niagara Region.

The Information Systems Unit is responsible for the development, implementation and management of its technology network and infrastructure and taking advantage of leading-edge technology and applications to meet the present and future information and technological needs of the Niagara Regional Police Service 

Electronic access to information now exists in 135 service vehicles. The use of blackberry technology has provided Police personnel with immediate and accurate access to information and communication away from the typical office environment. 

The Information Systems Unit provides the following Products and Services, but not limited to:

• Technology Service Desk and problem resolution
• Network and data security
• Office Automation applications 
• Information Systems development and support
• Training development for hardware and software in conjunction with staff responsible for the delivery of services
• Database Management services
• Advise and consultation on selection of new information systems and enterprise applications
• Development and maintenance of the Service’s web site and web based services
• Geographical Information System (GIS) analysis (i.e. identifying high crime areas) 
• Hardware maintenance, repair and support including in-vehicle Mobile Data Terminals (MDT)
• Software installation, upgrade and support 
• Creation of customized applications as well as supporting a significant number of specialized and commercial software.

Computer Crime and Safety Issues In addition to our commitment to serving the needs of the uniform and civilian members of the NRPS, the Information Systems Unit recognizes the public's need for crime-prevention information. To fulfill this need, we offer the following tips on safely using the Internet, and computer-related crime: Internet Safety and Computer Crime Prevention