Generolo Jono Žemaičio Lietuvos karo akademija

The study aims to analyse the ability of police officers to work with digital evidence in police practice, to identify current systemic and competency-related weaknesses in the field of digital forensics, and to compare their manifestations within the Police of the Czech Republic and the police of the Free State of Saxony within the DiForPol project. A quantitative questionnaire survey was conducted via an online platform in parallel among members of the Police of the Czech Republic and the police of the Free State of Saxony. The data were analysed using descriptive statistics and qualitative content analysis of open-ended responses. The results in both national samples confirm a high level of exposure to digital evidence alongside a limited self-assessed level of professional preparedness, a strong demand for systematic training, and the persistence of technical, organisational, and capacity-related barriers. The findings provide an empirical basis for the development of a harmonised educational framework in digital forensics within law enforcement agencies and for strengthening cross-border cooperation. The study provides systematic comparative empirical data on digital forensics in Czech and Saxon police practice.

The study analyses the organisational and decision-making preparedness of outpatient healthcare facilities in the Czech Republic for disruptions to the drinking water supply. A cross-sectional empirical investigation combining quantitative questionnaire data with a qualitative analysis of open-ended responses was conducted. The findings indicate a predominantly low to moderate level of preparedness, a lack of formalised procedures, limited operational continuity, and a strong reliance on improvisation and external actors. The preparedness of facilities is determined primarily by organisational and decision-making capacity rather than by technical self-sufficiency. The study establishes a basis for the development of decision-support tools and emphasises the importance of organisational resilience in managing infrastructure disruptions. It also contributes to a deeper understanding of the relationship between technological dependency and the governance of healthcare systems.