Copyright International Business Times
The use of paper logs has long been one of the most widely used methods for data collection across various fields. However, research indicates that paper-based systems can be time-consuming and susceptible to human error. This is especially significant within correctional facilities, where accuracy and transparency are critical to confirm that each individual has been fed, received appropriate time outside their cell, and undergone regular well-being checks. To prevent these challenges in correctional facilities, DJ Kreal, founder of JailCore, is working to modernize data management. He has introduced a technology-driven solution that aims to streamline data management and improve operational efficiency. Kreal notes that paper-based systems often limit real-time visibility, make audits time-consuming, and often leave room for error. To address these challenges, JailCore has developed an exclusive digital framework designed to bring precision and accountability to correctional operations. Each function of the system is built in response to recurring problems he observed across facilities, issues that often led to inefficiency, data loss, or compliance risk. The tech-driven system aims to ensure easier and faster access to information, enhance operational efficiency, and support staff in maintaining a safe and well-organized environment. According to Kreal, one of the most persistent challenges in correctional facilities is the lack of real-time oversight. "Supervisors often rely on manual updates or end-of-shift reports to understand what is happening inside their facilities," Kreal explains. To address this, JailCore uses a real-time monitoring capability that allows administrators to track ongoing activities as they happen. The system automatically alerts staff to overdue tasks, ensuring that required welfare checks or security rounds are completed on schedule. "By eliminating the delay between activity and awareness, facilities can enhance operational visibility and gain a stronger sense of control and accountability," he says. Another long-standing issue, he notes, is verification. "In a paper-based system, it is difficult to verify with certainty whether a required task was completed as recorded," Kreal says. JailCore integrates secure, time-stamped digital logging, ensuring that officers record their checks at the actual location and time of completion. This not only aims to prevent inaccurate reporting but also protects staff by providing clear evidence of compliance. "Technology in corrections is not about replacing people," Kreal says. "It's about providing proof of the work they already do." Reporting and documentation have also been major sources of administrative strain. "Traditional audits often require days of searching through archived paperwork, particularly when responding to legal or compliance reviews," he says. JailCore consolidates this information, generating digital records that can be accessed, reviewed, and shared without delay. "Our system aims to reduce both the administrative burden and the cost associated with lengthy audit processes," he says. This shift from paper to digital, he notes, may also produce measurable financial benefits over time. "Streamlined operations reduce redundant tasks and manual data entry. With fewer errors and faster reporting, facilities can allocate resources more effectively and minimize the financial impact of compliance gaps or miscommunication," says Kreal. He believes that these efficiencies are essential for correctional facilities. His approach to innovation is grounded in collaboration. Rather than offering a fixed product, JailCore develops features based on the needs of each facility. "Every facility has its own rhythm and challenges, and technology should adapt to those realities rather than force them to change. This is what makes digital transformation sustainable," he says. "Our goal is to make it simpler to do what they already do, just with greater accuracy and confidence."
