When you think of GPS monitoring and supervision, what comes to mind? For many, it’s the ankle bracelet, the most widely used and recognizable electronic monitoring device. While GPS monitoring ankle bracelets are important in supervision programs, it’s just one facet in the broader supervision landscape.
Corrisoft offers administrators multiple options to meet various needs. While some situations might require a traditional ankle bracelet, there are other reliable solutions. That’s why we developed and continue to refine our smartphone-based monitoring solutions. Let’s explore how these tools help you and your participants meet shared goals.
Stay Connected Wherever You Go
Two-way communication is critical to successful supervision. It builds trust, creates opportunities to practice problem-solving and provides a way to create relationships with others. This is the value of Corrisoft’s AIR® Mobile and our various apps. By utilizing these features, you’re giving participants a way to practice communication and improve their skills. Administrators and participants can quickly exchange messages or address last-minute requests and zone violations with just a click.
Practice Accountability
Accountability is a lifelong skill, and smartphone monitoring offers real opportunities to develop it. Participants actively manage their calendars by entering details for their day including work shifts, court dates and in-person check-ins, to help them stay on top of their day-to-day tasks.
Life doesn’t always follow a set schedule, which is why Corrisoft’s tools also allow participants to request calendar changes directly from their administrators. If a work shift changes or an emergency takes them outside of their approved location zone, they can notify their administrator in real time to avoid stricter monitoring.
Another way smartphone supervision supports accountability is by ensuring participants carry their devices at all times. Randomized photo and biometric check-in requests encourage them to remain with their devices and avoid compromising situations, such as leaving a device behind or attempting to mislead administrators. To add an extra layer of assurance, Corrisoft’s AIR Connect confirms the participant has the smartphone with them in real time.
Implementing Smartphone Supervision
GPS monitoring is most effective when paired with other features that give participants opportunities to practice skills like communication and accountability. If you’re ready to explore smartphone-based supervision at your organization, contact us today. We’ll help you build a custom plan that works for you and your organization.