Understanding NERIS:
Preparing Your Department for
Operational Compliance
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You Submit Your NERIS Data...Now What?
When a firefighter hits ‘submit’ on a NERIS report, that simple action is a tiny piece of a bigger puzzle, aimed at shaping safer and stronger communities across the country. You’ve probably heard the latest buzz about the transition from the National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) to the National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS).
Most of the focus right now is on how agencies can streamline this process and make compliance reporting as easy as possible, but have you ever wondered exactly what happens after you hit submit?
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From NFIRS to NERIS: The Evolution of Incident Reporting
Incident reporting is a fundamental part of emergency response, providing critical data that helps agencies analyze trends, improve operations, and comply with regulations. However, as emergency response evolves, so must the tools agencies use. The transition from the National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) to the National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS) represents a major leap forward in efficiency, accuracy, and real-time data utilization.
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6 Tips for a Successful NERIS Transition
As NERIS becomes the new national standard for emergency response reporting, agencies need a clear roadmap to ensure a smooth, successful transition. Read about some key strategies based on insights and best practices shared from early adopters.
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Operational Compliance With Confidence
Change can be challenging — but it doesn’t have to be. Tyler Technologies and Emergency Networking are here to help your department meet NERIS requirements ahead of the deadline, with solutions that simplify compliance and enhance daily operations.
When your department is operationally ready, you can:
- Maintain compliance and grant eligibility
- Strengthen safety and response capabilities
- Deliver a higher level of service to your community
Whether you’re leading compliance efforts or seeking ways to modernize operations, our team can help your department prepare for the 2026 NERIS transition.
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Education & Readiness for the 2026 NERIS Transition
Beginning January 1, 2026, all U.S. fire departments must transition from the National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) to the new National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS) — a modernized platform that will transform how departments capture, manage, and submit critical incident data.
This shift is more than a compliance requirement; it’s an opportunity to strengthen your department’s operational performance, data quality, and community service. Tyler Technologies/Emergency Networking is here to guide your team every step of the way.
Why NERIS Matters
The National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS) is set to become the nation’s leading source for all hazards and fire incident information. By leveraging real-time data, NERIS empowers fire departments to:
Tyler Technologies/Emergency Networking, a trusted partner to public safety agencies for more than 40 years, provides solutions and expertise to simplify your department’s path to NERIS compliance.
Our solution offerings help departments:
Beginning January 1, 2026, all U.S. fire departments must transition from the National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) to the new National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS) — a modernized platform that will transform how departments capture, manage, and submit critical incident data.
This shift is more than a compliance requirement; it’s an opportunity to strengthen your department’s operational performance, data quality, and community service. Tyler Technologies/Emergency Networking is here to guide your team every step of the way.
Why NERIS Matters
The National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS) is set to become the nation’s leading source for all hazards and fire incident information. By leveraging real-time data, NERIS empowers fire departments to:
- Gain deeper insights into incident trends and response effectiveness
- Improve firefighter safety and wellness tracking
- Enhance operational transparency and reporting accuracy
- Maintain compliance with evolving national standards
- Support eligibility for federal funding and AFG program participation
Tyler Technologies/Emergency Networking, a trusted partner to public safety agencies for more than 40 years, provides solutions and expertise to simplify your department’s path to NERIS compliance.
Our solution offerings help departments:
- Simplify compliance with NERIS-ready data reporting tools
- Reduce reporting burdens with automated, streamlined workflows
- Enhance efficiency with integrated ePCR and fire billing systems
- Improve firefighter safety through real-time exposure documentation
- Boost accuracy using NHTSA crash data integration and standardized reporting
- Empower leadership with operational dashboards for confident decision-making
Explore Our Educational Resources
Whether your department is just learning about NERIS or finalizing your transition plan, we provide tools, webinars, and real-world insights to help you move forward confidently.
Understanding NERIS Reporting Requirements
The U.S. Fire Administration is replacing the legacy National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) with the National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS). All fire departments are required to be live on NERIS by January 1, 2026. While change is hard—especially when it comes to mission-critical solutions—discover how Emergency Networking and Tyler Technologies can get your department ready for this change ahead of schedule.
Questions about NERIS? We Have Answers.
The shift is more than just compliance — it's an opportunity to improve operations and deliver long-term value. Staying informed and prepared is key to maintaining compliance and improving operational efficiency. This webinar provides the knowledge and real-world examples you need to confidently guide your department through this transition.
The shift is more than just compliance — it's an opportunity to improve operations and deliver long-term value. Staying informed and prepared is key to maintaining compliance and improving operational efficiency. This webinar provides the knowledge and real-world examples you need to confidently guide your department through this transition.
NERIS Compliance Deadline Is Approaching. Is Your Department Ready?
This webinar is designed to help your department simplify compliance, reduce reporting burdens, and enhance operational efficiency. Attendees will gain practical guidance and tools to prepare your department for NERIS compliance, streamline reporting workflows, and improve operational efficiency.
