In a hyper-connected world where digital tools are essential, the nearly two million incarcerated individuals in the U.S. face a stark reality. Access to technology is limited due to decades of facility and staff underfunding and the complex security concerns in correctional facilities that require custom technology.
Securus Technologies is pioneering a new era of correctional technology, transitioning from traditional telecommunications to cutting-edge digital ecosystems that promote connectivity, operational efficiency, and enhanced security.
Innovation That Exceeds Expectations and Solves Industry Challenges
Securus Technologies is revolutionizing correctional technology with a $600 million investment in infrastructure, overcoming past obstacles to deploying secure digital solutions. “Technology is a force multiplier in correctional settings,” says Dave Abel, CEO, Aventiv Technologies, the parent company of Securus Technologies. “Our integrated, scalable solutions are enhancing security, optimizing workflows, and ensuring reliable access to essential services.”
In the past half-decade, Securus has deployed over 600,000 tablets nationwide, transforming how facilities operate and how incarcerated individuals communicate. These tablets offer secure messaging and video calls, strengthening family connections, while streamlining operations and workflow for corrections officers. The impact is clear: Niagara County Jail in New York, for instance, saw a 22 percent drop in infractions within a year of tablet implementation, creating a safer, more stable environment.
Beyond communication, the platform connects users to education, job training, and legal resources, empowering incarcerated individuals for successful reentry. Digitizing administrative processes further benefits facilities by reducing paperwork and allowing staff to focus on higher-priority security and operational needs.
Cutting-Edge Advances: From Platform to Features
Securus’s latest innovations, the EVOTAB and Officer T80 tablets, redefine correctional technology, bringing enterprise-grade security and usability to a challenging environment. The devices mark the first time enterprise-level technology has been deployed in corrections, modernizing digital interactions for incarcerated individuals, and increasing access and familiarity with the everyday tools necessary to support their successful reentry.
These commercial-grade tablets, built on a secure, Google-certified Android Enterprise platform, offer real-time monitoring and tamper-resistant designs for maximum control and operational efficiency. A key security feature is EVOTAB’s innovative opaque purple casing, which breaks from the industry standard of clear casings, limiting visibility to internal components to prevent tampering. Both the EVOTAB and Officer T80 also include advanced alarm systems that immediately alert staff to any tampering attempts.
LTE Technology Offers a Step-Change in Implementation
Administrators benefit from remote access and customizable user profiles, while streamlined policy updates free officers from administrative tasks, allowing them to prioritize safety. This flexible model allows for scalable, faster rollouts, bringing secure technology to facilities with unprecedented efficiency.
“Securus’s EVOTAB and Officer T80 tablets bring unprecedented efficiency to correctional connectivity,” said Kevin Elder, President, Securus Technologies. “The dual LTE and Wi-Fi connectivity minimizes downtime and simplifies infrastructure upgrades, resulting in significantly faster implementation and deployment.”
A pilot program at Broomfield Correctional Facility in Colorado, running through March 2025, rigorously tests the tablets before wholesale deployment as corrections staff and incarcerated individuals provide real-world feedback on security, network performance, and usability, ensuring optimized security measures and refined implementation strategies for nationwide adoption.
Securus’s Vision: Leading the Future of Secure Corrections Technology
Securus is leading the way in correctional technology, enhancing security, efficiency, and accessibility in facilities nationwide. Their integrated approach combines cutting-edge security features, scalable connectivity, and enterprise-grade digital solutions, setting a new standard for the industry.
The EVOTAB and Officer T80 tablets exemplify this commitment, proving that secure and seamless implementation are possible. By addressing long-standing challenges with innovation, smarter infrastructure, and a focus on security, Securus is shaping the future of corrections technology.
To explore how the EVOTAB and Officer T80 are transforming correctional facilities, visit Securus Technologies.
