Data Quality and Integrity

High-quality data underpins our ability to make informed decisions, respond effectively to emerging risks, and deliver policing services that help keep New Zealanders safe.

The Data Quality and Integrity Team helps ensure offence and incident information is accurate, consistent, and reliable. The team reviews the quality of data, provides guidance and training to staff, and works with business groups to improve systems and processes. This helps us record information correctly from the start of a report through to final resolution.

By promoting a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and ethical recording practices, we enhance the value of our data and our ability to identify trends, understand harm, and improve outcomes for communities.