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Classification Throughout the Incarceration Journey
More Than a Bed Assignment A resource for jail officers, supervisors, and command staff By: Greg Eash, Senior Business Development Executive, Northpointe Greg brings more than two decades of hands-on corrections experience to his leadership in sales and operations. A former Warden and certified corrections professional, he built his career
What a Seasoned Inmate Classification Director Wants Every Staff Member to Know
By: Greg Eash, Senior Business Development Executive, Northpointe Greg brings more than two decades of hands-on corrections experience to his leadership in sales and operations. A former Warden and certified corrections professional, he built his career in inmate classification, discipline, and jail management, earning credentials from both the American Jail
5 Critical Questions Every Jail Leader Should Be Ready to Answer
By Greg Eash, Sr. Business Development Executive Running a jail is one of the most complex and high-stakes responsibilities in public safety. Unlike prisons, jails manage a constantly rotating population, unpredictable intake volumes, and a wide spectrum of needs — from mental health crises to pretrial logistics. Whether you’re
The 6 Biggest Challenges Facing Jail Leadership in 2026: Escalating Operational Costs
This is the second in a six-part series exploring the most pressing challenges confronting jail administrators in 2026. By: Greg Eash, Senior Business Development Executive, equivant Corrections Greg brings more than two decades of hands-on corrections experience to his leadership in sales and operations. A former Warden and certified
3 Benefits of Partnering With a Corrections Consultant
By: Greg Eash, Senior Business Development Executive, equivant Corrections Greg brings more than two decades of hands-on corrections experience to his leadership in sales and operations. A former Warden and certified corrections professional, he built his career in inmate classification, discipline, and jail management, earning credentials from both the American
Classification Considerations in the Jail System
A Guide for Jail Administrators By Greg Eash, Senior Business Development Executive, equivant Corrections Inmate classification is one of the most critical functions within any jail system. It serves as the foundation for housing decisions, program placement, security protocols, and resource allocation. Effective classification protects staff and inmates alike while
The Staffing Crisis Threatening County Jails Nationwide
This is the first installment in a 2026 six-part series examining the most pressing challenges facing county jails in 2026: Staffing Shortages, Escalating Operational Costs, Mental Health Crisis, Aging Infrastructure, Litigation, and Pretrial Detention Backlogs. By: Greg Eash, Sr. Business Development Executive County jails across America are facing a staffing
Northpointe’s Dedication to Automated Decision Support
By: Greg Eash, Senior Business Development Executive Since its founding in 1989, Northpointe has built its reputation on providing criminal justice professionals with reliable, data-driven tools that bring consistency and objectivity to complex decision-making. At the heart of Northpointe’s philosophy is the understanding that criminal justice decisions carry profound consequences
5 Reasons Every Jail Needs a Jail Classification Assessment
By: Greg Eash, Senior Business Development Executive, equivant Corrections In today’s correctional environment, few systems influence safety, liability, staffing, and daily operations as directly as jail classification. A strong classification process determines where people are housed, how they are supervised, and what programs they can access. A weak one does
