Heather Cherry

On January 1, 2021, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) will be retiring the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program’s Summary Reporting System (SRS). After the deadline, the FBI will only collect crime statistics through the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS). The move to NIBRS is essential, and here’s why:

Incident reporting is vital to solving crime. However, law enforcement officers spend a significant portion of their workdays on documentation. Heavy documentation demands can create negative ripple effects for law enforcement. In fact, 56 percent of officers say they spend three hours or more on reporting and other paperwork per shift, according to the Review of Social Economy.

It’s that time of year. When you gather up income statements, receipts, and tally business expenses. Closing your year-end books is an important step for your business. Here’s how to get your small business organized for year-end: Review Profits and Losses As a business owner, it might not be fun realizing your business didn’t meet revenue goals, or worse, experienced a significant loss. Either way, it’s important to assess your profits and losses to determine how to implement changes.

How to Get Organized for Year-End and Prepare Your Taxes It’s that time of year. When you gather up your income statements, receipts, and tally expenses. As we approach tax season once again, take time to evaluate your year-end checklist to avoid penalties when you get ready to file. Here’s how to get organized for year-end and prepare your taxes: Assessing your existing income and budget at year-end is helpful because you’ll know where to apply your tax-refund (if any).

How Bioactives Help You Achieve Optimal Health We know how inundated you are with hearing about the latest and greatest diets and workout plans claiming to resolve all your health problems. Achieving true optimal health starts internally by understanding how different food and supplements and lifestyle choices affect your gene expression. Bioactives are a useful substance that have a role in the production of metabolites and the gut microbiome.

How Vitamins and Minerals Affect Your Genes A daily dose of vitamins and minerals helps bolster health. Especially because three-fourths of the United States population has an eating pattern that is low in vegetables, fruits, dairy, and oils, according to the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP).1 Genetic variations impact health, and affect how the body absorbs nutrients. Genes control digestion, absorption, and how the body utilizes nutrients.

LinkedIn is a powerful tool whether you’re a small business, professional, or recent college graduate launching your career. LinkedIn is all about networking and building your connections. Using LinkedIn as a part of your small business marketing strategy is smart. Mostly because it’s the top-rated social network for lead generation. Here’s how to use LinkedIn for business:

How Genes Affect Your Fitness, Health, and Athletic Ability Practice makes perfect, or is it genetics? Studies show athletic performance is influenced by both your environment and genetics. Evidence of genes like ACTN3 and ACE are linked to improved athletic performance. Whereas genes like APOE may increase your chances of developing Alzheimer’s. Either way, genes play an important role in your overall health, fitness, and athletic ability. There are several genes most closely associated with

Content writing for websites goes beyond good grammar and mechanics. It must address your target audience, solve their problem, while simultaneously educating about your business and inspiring them to act. For businesses to get the most out of their website design, they need exceptionally written copy. If you decide to DIY your website content, here are 5 steps to writing the perfect website copy.

In-Synch Systems recently donated software and training for their In-Synch RMS, valued at $15,000 to the Mercer County Career Center (MCCC). The donation supports the MCCC protective services program, offering students a real experience using a records management software (RMS). The In-Synch RMS was installed on October 1, 2019, and students began reporting right away.

Tips on How to Keep Your Pet Healthy this Holiday Season Pets have microbiomes too! Did you know that—just like us—most of your pet’s immune system is in their gut? And like us their gut is the largest immune organ in their body too. During the cold winter months, when our immune system is lower than the rest of the year, maintaining gut health becomes even more important. This is easier said than done as the holiday season approaches and schedules are jam-packed with parties, traveling, and e

“It’s a boy”, they said. Overwhelmed with joy, I turned to my husband. I could see the glimmer of hope masking his relief. “He is beautiful.” I said. A strapping boy resembling his father in every way, arrived on November 15, 2013, weighing seven pounds and one ounce, and 28 days earlier than expected. Nothing surprised us about this since big brother arrived early. Then, a sense of urgency overwhelmed the room. My stomach writhed in pain; fear and worry clouded my joy. I laid there helpless, watching as nurses tended to my bundle of joy.

The season of shopping is upon us and choosing where you shop makes a difference. Consider shopping small at local retailers the Saturday after Thanksgiving in honor of Small Business Saturday – a day dedicated to supporting small businesses and communities across the country. Shop Small is a nationwide movement meant to celebrate small businesses on Small Business Saturday. The movement was founded by American Express in 2010 to raise awareness about the importance of small business, its effec

Here’s the thing. Most small businesses aren’t finding success with their social media, email marketing, blog writing, and other digital marketing because they don’t have a strategy. They’re throwing stuff (like spaghetti) at the wall, hoping that because they’re doing the thing, it will just work. Businesses succeed when they are producing authentic content following a digital marketing strategy. Here are five steps to create an effective digital marketing strategy:

Starting your dream business is enthralling. It can also be overwhelming, especially if you’re planning to ditch your day job and go all in. We’re here to tell you that it is possible to start the business of your dreams, and here are 5 steps to set you up for success:

Records management is necessary for the law enforcement industry. Sometimes choosing a records management software can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re considering making a switch to a new vendor. At In-Synch Systems we deliver data-driven solutions, supporting law enforcement agencies to more effectively solve crimes. We excel in four key areas: data that’s always available, investigative tools, integrated data sharing, and customer service.

The Collagen + Candida Connection You Need to Know About Collagen is all the rage these days. Companies are making it easier and more inviting for us to ingest this claimed “fountain of youth” in drinks, chews and powders, while hopes of youthfulness, minimizing lines and wrinkles, pain relief and good gut health dance in our heads. With anything that is the “latest and greatest”, I always remind people to take heed and remember this: everything can have a front and a back to it.

Making the switch to the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. NIBRS is meant to create a more comprehensive data collection and standardize crime data reporting. But first, what is NIBRS? NIBRS is a data collection method, part of the Universal Crime Reporting (UCR) program. Previously, law enforcement agencies used the Summary Reporting System (SRS) data collection method of UCR.