FieldWare, a leader in software solutions for the judicial, law enforcement, and corrections sectors, has announced a significant addition to its executive team. Brian Richards joins the Chicago-based company as Director of Product, effective November 4, 2024. With more than 18 years of experience in public safety and judicial software, Richards is set to lead FieldWare’s product management and design teams as they push the envelope in product innovation.

"Welcoming Brian to FieldWare is an exciting milestone for us," remarked Chuck Haling, CEO of FieldWare. "His leadership in product development, combined with his vast experience in the industry, will greatly assist us in expanding our product offerings to better meet the evolving needs of our customers."

FieldWare is renowned for empowering its public safety and criminal justice clients through cutting-edge tools including mobile apps with biometrics and voice-to-text functionalities and robust community supervision features. Under Richards' strategic direction, the company aims to refine its product roadmap to cater to emerging industry demands.

Richards expressed his enthusiasm about his new role by stating, "It is a pivotal time to join FieldWare. The company has laid a strong foundation, and I am eager to contribute to its expansion and impact by developing high-value products geared for public safety and justice professionals."

His previous role as Product Solutions Manager at AdventFS honed his expertise in digital evidence management development for law enforcement. Moreover, his background as a former law enforcement officer informs his understanding of industry needs. Richards is accredited by several notable certifications, such as being a certified Training Officer, Firearms Instructor, and Defensive Tactics Instructor from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy (SCCJA).

He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of South Carolina - Columbia and is recognized as a SAFe® 6 Certified Product Owner/Product Manager. FieldWare LLC continues to deliver cloud-based software and mobile solutions tailored for the justice and public safety sectors. Their platform optimizes operational efficiency for pretrial, probation, and parole professionals by integrating policy-driven automation across aspects like scheduling, staffing, asset management, and training.

This strategic appointment and the innovative roadmap it promises are part of FieldWare's endeavor to stay ahead in the dynamic sector of public safety software solutions.