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Evidence-Based Solutions

Evidence-Based Policing Solutions from Benchmark Cambridge

Benchmark’s research-based solutions deliver the intelligence, insights, and impact needed to help agencies address rising crime rates and greater public scrutiny of police practices. 

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Evidence-Based Policing (EBP) 

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Targeting, Testing & Tracking (TTT)

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Cambridge Assignment Management System (CAM)

How We Work

Trusted Partnerships with Bespoke Client Engagements

  • Long-term agreements
  • Quarterly assessments
  • Transparency of methods and results
  • Local engagement partner near police HQ

Our Impact

Unlock Officer Potential and Drive Results

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Predict and prevent police misconduct 

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Elevate officer performance 

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Reduce violence despite scarce resources 

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Promote police recruitment and retention 

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Improve police wellness and safety

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Improve operational management 

Who We Are

Combining Expertise
and Innovation

Benchmark Cambridge is led by Lawrence Sherman, a renowned criminologist, police educator, and founder of evidence-based policing. Today he’s redefining the use of this expertise through Benchmark Cambridge solutions across the world.  

  • A diverse team of 70 analysts and staff with 10 PhDs 
  • Experienced in supporting police officers 
  • Centuries of collective police leadership experience on the team 
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Professor Lawrence W. Sherman

Chief Executive Officer, Benchmark Cambridge and Wolfson Professor Emeritus of Criminology, University of Cambridge

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