Could the region nearby teach MV about artificial intelligence?
In a recent two-day information visit, a CDU politician has emphasised the potential benefits that modern technologies, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI), can bring to administrative processes and urban development, using Szczecin (Stettin) as a prime example.
Szczecin, like many modern cities, is believed to be implementing AI technologies in administrative automation and video surveillance. These technologies are designed to enhance operational efficiency and improve public safety by enabling faster data processing and automated incident detection. However, specific details about Szczecin's implementation of AI are currently unavailable.
The administrative head of Szczecin, Krzystek, is a strong advocate for the active promotion and integration of innovations into urban development. He believes that automating administrative processes can lead to significant improvements, making state structures more efficient, reducing errors, and relieving employees of routine tasks. This, in turn, can create room for genuine citizen service and keep administration affordable in the long run.
One area where Szczecin is reportedly making strides is in crime fighting. The use of high-resolution cameras and AI has significantly improved the city's ability to investigate criminal offenses. The cameras enable license plate and facial recognition, and data from these cameras is stored for 30 days for potential use in investigations.
Moreover, Szczecin is using AI to precisely predict high water levels, aiding in evacuation preparations. This proactive approach to dealing with potential disasters is commendable and could serve as a model for other cities.
The CDU politician, inspired by Szczecin's innovative approach, believes that Mecklenburg-Vorpommern could learn a lot from Szczecin's experiences in automating administrative processes. The CDU state parliament faction leader in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern estimates that extensive automation could lead to a 20% cost reduction in administrative processes.
In contrast, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern currently lags behind in the use of technology for public safety. Only the Marienplatz in Schwerin is monitored by police cameras among public places, a stark contrast to Szczecin's comprehensive use of CCTV surveillance and AI.
The CDU politician, along with three other members of parliament, attended the information visit to Szczecin. Krzystek's conviction that the consistent use of modern technologies will bring long-term prosperity and security for citizens is evident in Szczecin's innovative approach to urban development and administration. As more cities adopt similar strategies, we can expect to see improved efficiency and safety in urban environments.
Artificial-intelligence technologies, employed in Szczecin for administrative automation and video surveillance, are aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and improving public safety, similar to their potential implementation in politics and general-news sectors. The CDU politician's visit to Szczecin underscores the political interest in exploring the broader application of modern technologies, such as artificial intelligence, to bring benefits and innovations to various areas, including urban development.
