WHAT IS DISC?
Disc is a secure online crime reporting and information‑sharing system that enables local businesses to report crime directly with the police, quickly and easily.
Used exclusively by businesses, Disc helps reduce and prevent business crime, identify prolific offenders and improve outcomes by strengthening the flow of intelligence between businesses and the police.
By allowing businesses to submit crime reports and intelligence in real time, Disc supports safer business environments, better partnership working and more effective use of police resources.
HOW DOES DISC WORK?
Participating businesses are connected through a secure digital platform that allows them to:
- Report crime and incidents directly
- Share intelligence, images and key information securely
- Receive alerts and updates
When a business experiences a crime or suspicious activity, they can submit a report through Disc.
This information can be reviewed by the police, shared with relevant partners, and circulated to other Disc users, helping businesses remain vigilant and take preventative action.
Direct reporting through Disc helps improve the quality of information submitted and supports more positive outcomes
BENEFITS TO BUSINESSES
1: Enhanced Security
By collaborating and sharing intelligence with other businesses and the police, companies can better protect their premises, stock and staff from business crime, such as shoplifting, theft and antisocial behaviour.
2: Direct & Real‑Time Reporting
Disc enables businesses to report crime directly and in real time, improving the speed and accuracy of information shared.
Weekly round‑up newsletters and instant alerts keep users informed, helping prevent incidents before they escalate.
3: Crime Deterrence
A visible, well‑connected reporting network acts as a strong deterrent. Offenders are less likely to target businesses that actively report and share intelligence through Disc.
4: Better Outcomes
Improved intelligence sharing supports better identification of repeat offenders and helps the police build clearer pictures of local business crime trends, leading to more effective interventions.
5: Stay informed
Access reference guides, reporting support and updates 24/7, plus information on training sessions, police briefings and events relevant to Disc users.
HOW DOES DISC WORK?
If you don’t already use Disc, contact Emma at
emma@peterboroughpositive.co.uk and we’ll add you to the system.
You’ll receive a welcome email with a link to set up your account – it’s a quick and simple process.
Once registered, you can access Disc wherever and whenever you need it, via desktop or the mobile app (available on the App Store and Google Play – search for ‘DISC app’) and begin reporting incidents and accessing shared intelligence straight away.
CITY LINK RADIO SCHEME
Alongside Disc, many businesses also take part in the City Link radio scheme, providing an additional way to report incidents in real time.
City Link is patched into the city centre CCTV control room, giving another layer of security and rapid communication alongside digital reporting through Disc.
For details on how to join, email peterboroughcitylink@outlook.com
