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Technology

Credit Card Processing

To improve payment and reimbursement processes for vendors, employees, parolees, and customers, TDCJ will implement a credit card processing system.

Strategies

  • Develop or purchase software to accept payments online.

Tablet Services

Evolving with technology, the TDCJ will expand services offered on the tablets to improve operational efficiencies.

Strategies

  • Work with vendor to incorporate commissary module and e-commerce into the tablet system.
  • Implement fillable forms on the tablet to allow inmates to submit documents electronically.
  • Launch a program for officers to use tablets for unit operations.

Modernization

Technology advancement is a main focus of the TDCJ’s 2030 Vision. The agency will modernize its systems to improve operations and services provided.

Strategies

  • Modernize financial and employee systems through the implementation of the Centralized Accounting and Payroll Personnel System (CAPPS).
  • Increase the application and new hire process through the implementation of Taleo.
  • Upgrade the inmate management system through the implementation of Corrections Information Technology System (CITS).
  • Launch a program for officers to use tablets for unit operations.
  • Enhance services provided to victims through the implementation of an electronic Victim Impact Statement.
  • Implement technology advancements to help correctional officers with their daily performances such as cell checks and inmate count procedures.
  • Modernize the network with increased bandwidth.

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