Logistical aspects of security in penitentiary institutions

Abstract

The purpose of this article is to analyze various aspects of the organization of work in penitentiary institutions, with particular emphasis on the role of logistics, which affects operational efficiency and security in these institutions. In addition, an attempt was made to identify key aspects of penitentiary logistics that affect the effectiveness of the operation of penitentiary institutions in the context of resource, infrastructure and personnel management.  It was hypothesized that properly organized logistics that integrate various aspects of the operation of prisons and detention centers contribute to the effective rehabilitation of inmates and the improvement of overall security in these units. The article uses methods of analysis of the literature on the subject, as well as legal regulations on the functioning of the Prison Service and existing logistical solutions in penitentiary institutions. The main findings of the article indicate that a comprehensive and integrated approach to logistics in the Prison Service can significantly contribute to improving the quality of the functioning of these institutions. Prison logistics should be characterized by expediency, efficiency, comprehensiveness, flexibility, partnership, interdependence and reality in order to effectively support the operations of penitentiary institutions. Effective logistics management in this context contributes not only to security, but also to the optimization of rehabilitation processes, which is crucial to reducing recidivism and improving the functioning of the penitentiary system. The article adds significant value by attempting to define the term “penitentiary logistics,” which has not yet been distinguished in the literature. This definition encompasses the complex process of planning, implementing and controlling the flow of resources and information within the penitentiary system to ensure security and operational efficiency, taking into account the specific functioning of these institutions.