ImageTrend is here to help you navigate the transition to NERIS, one step at a time.
NERIS was developed to modernize fire incident reporting, improve data accuracy, and enhance decision-making across the fire service. Built through collaboration with technical experts, industry leaders, and public safety partners, it represents the next evolution in national fire data.
As a NERIS V1 Compatible vendor, ImageTrend is fully equipped to support your agency with seamless API integration, improved interoperability, and streamlined data management.
Use this checklist to prepare your agency for a successful transition with ImageTrend Elite.
1. Pre-Transition Steps
- Review and update Agency Locations to include physical addresses
- Ensure the Agency Location designated as your agency Headquarters includes a mailing address
2. Configuration & Demo Testing
- Review the Step-by-Step Transition Guide in ImageTrend University
- Consider the optional paid training series (two 2-hour webinars) for handson assistance, if needed
- Activate NERIS in a Demo Agency in Elite
- Import the Deploy NERIS Form and National (NERIS) Validation Rules from the Library
- Begin NERIS run form configuration at the System Level
- Create Preset Values, Supplemental Questions, local Validation Rules, and Local Visibility Rules for new fields, if applicable
- Test user workflows within the Demo Agency
3. Training & Resources
- Attend monthly Client Connection calls
- Provide training to field personnel
- Explore additional NERIS insights and updates from the ImageTrend Resource Center
4. Reporting & Submission Readiness
- Understand your state’s reporting timeline and NERIS transition plan
- Identify triggers and workflows for incident submission
Pro Tips
- NERIS supports up to three incident types per report.
- CAD reconfiguration needs are still being evaluated as part of the NERIS transition.
- Secondary schema development will begin in 2026.
- Your agency can go live in 2025 or wait until 1/1/2026, state dependent.
- Agencies will be able to activate NERIS in demo environments starting midsummer 2025.
Need help or have questions? Visit www.imagetrend.com/neris-fire-reporting or contact your ImageTrend representative.
Let’s make the transition smooth, together.
