Case Study: Norman Police Department Streamlines Patrol Car Key Management with Keycafe

The Norman Police Department Streamlines Access to Patrol Cars with Keycafe

The Norman Police Department, responsible for safeguarding a large urban and rural area, faced a major challenge in managing keys for its fleet of 34 patrol cars. With a paper log system, keys were frequently missing or unaccounted for, often causing officers to waste the first 15 to 30 minutes of their shifts simply trying to locate their assigned vehicle. To solve this, they turned to vendor Keycafe and its smart key management system.

Keycafe implemented its SmartBox solution, which allowed officers to check out keys seamlessly. This eliminated the missing key problem and provided a clear record of vehicle use. The measurable results included saving a considerable amount of time at the start of each shift and freeing up radio traffic previously used to locate keys. The Keycafe system brought full accountability and streamlined operations for the department.

Norman Police Department

Deny Oesterling

Lieutenant