In an ever-increasingly connected society, processing big data (extremely large, complex datasets that grow exponentially and overwhelm traditional data processing tools) available to police departments has become a monumental task. A real time crime center, implemented correctly, can be a force multiplier. Keys to successful implementation include understanding the operational processes of the department, leveraging technology that is flexible, being able to adapt to new technologies such as artificial intelligence and designing a space that is functional and efficient. In this presentation we will cover: Taking in the massive amount of data (911 calls, CCTV cameras, body cameras, helicopter cameras, social media, news). We’ll also define the challenges faced in striving to see the whole picture, disseminating the information and reacting to real-time changes in the field. We’ll discuss all aspects of designing a real-time crime center, from determining spatial needs and layout to developing a flexible, expandable and adaptable content sharing network. We will also present a case study on the Orlando Police Department, FL, and how they enhanced capabilities with new systems and accommodated for future technology implementation.