Results of the Public Call for the Programme to Fund Innovative Solutions in the Public Sector – Phase II, 2026

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Public Entity: Centre for Ecotoxicological Research (CETI) Challenge: Sample reception, data entry, document exchange and archiving of results are largely carried out manually. This slows down the flow of information, increases the risk of errors and makes it difficult to track samples throughout the entire analysis cycle. Solution: A unified digital system will connect sample reception, tracking and processing, report generation and verification, and automated report distribution. The status of each sample will be visible in real time. Expected Change: Results will be available more quickly, with a reduced administrative burden. CETI and the relevant institutions will have better process control, a lower risk of errors and a stronger basis for protecting consumers, the environment and public health.

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Public Entity: Ministry of Health of Montenegro Challenge: The healthcare system holds a large volume of data, but existing systems mainly show what has already happened. A predictive approach is lacking to enable the timely assessment of future needs, system workload and available capacities. Solution: HERMES Health will analyse healthcare data and identify trends, future needs, workloads and potential bottlenecks. The pilot will be implemented at the Clinical Centre of Montenegro (KCCG), with the possibility of subsequent expansion across the healthcare system. Expected Change: The healthcare system will gain a basis for timely capacity and resource planning, better-informed decision-making and improved alignment of capacities with citizens’ needs, as well as a foundation for a national predictive planning system.

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Public Entities: Faculty of Economics, University of Montenegro, and Institute of Public Health of Montenegro. Challenge: Public institutions receive a large number of enquiries and requests daily through various communication channels. Processing these enquiries can require considerable time and administrative effort, while the lack of a unified system makes it difficult to manage communication efficiently and provide timely information to users. Solution: Connect AI will enable communication automation through the use of artificial intelligence. The platform will integrate communication across different channels, automate responses to frequently asked questions, and facilitate the processing, routing and tracking of enquiries. This will provide the Faculty of Economics and the Institute of Public Health with a more efficient system for communicating with students, citizens and other users of their services. Expected Change: The introduction of the platform is expected to accelerate the provision of information, reduce the administrative burden and improve the quality of communication with users. The solution will enable more efficient enquiry management and provide a foundation for the wider adoption of automated communication across the public sector.

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Public Entities: Podgorica Health Centre; Clinical Centre of Montenegro; Ministry of Health of Montenegro. Challenge: Cardiovascular patients are often monitored reactively, with the risk of deterioration identified only after a problem has occurred. Patient data is fragmented, and healthcare professionals lack the tools needed to identify high-risk cases at an early stage. Solution: An integrated system for personalised cardiovascular health management is being developed. It will use data from healthcare records to assess risks, provide early warnings and support clinical decision-making. The system will also include a digital assistant offering recommendations, reminders and educational content. Expected Change: Patients will benefit from more continuous monitoring and greater control over their health, while healthcare professionals will receive support in identifying risks earlier and making timely decisions. The system is expected to help reduce unplanned hospitalisations and improve the efficiency of healthcare resource utilisation.

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Public Entity: Agency for the Prevention of Corruption Challenge: The process of submitting reports on the income and assets of public officials needs to be fully digitised, including electronic signing. The existing procedure requires additional administrative steps and complicates the electronic processing of reports. Solution: A new electronic signature functionality will be developed within the Agency’s existing information system. Users will be able to complete the entire process electronically, without additional steps outside the system. Expected Change: The process will become simpler, faster and more reliable for public officials, while the Agency will benefit from more efficient processing. The entire process will be digitised, from completing the report to signing it electronically.

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Public Entity: Ministry of Finance – Directorate for Public Investment Management and Public Procurement Policy Challenge: The Electronic Public Procurement System (CEJN) ensures transparency of public procurement data, but suspicious patterns of behaviour are not automatically identified. Risks are often detected only after the procurement procedure has been completed. Solution: A “Red Flags” system is being developed to analyse public procurement data and identify high-risk patterns. The system will generate alerts and enable institutions to focus their monitoring and control efforts where the risks are greatest. Expected Change: Public procurement oversight will shift from a reactive to a proactive approach. Institutions will receive earlier warnings and have a stronger basis for taking action, while citizens will gain additional assurance that public funds are being used responsibly.

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Public Entity: Ministry of European Affairs Challenge: The large volume of legal documentation and the number of institutions, translators and legal experts involved require a more efficient and consistent process. Particular challenges include maintaining consistent legal terminology and ensuring the quality of translations. Solution: TransLexor AI combines AI-powered translation support with document management, an official terminology database, version control, deadline management and expert review. Expected Change: Legal documentation will be processed more quickly, accurately and consistently in terms of terminology. The system will reduce the workload on specialised staff and enable more efficient harmonisation of Montenegrin legislation with the EU acquis.GOV-079 – TransLexor AI – Platform for the Automated Translation of Legal Texts to Harmonise with the EU Acquis Public Entity: Ministry of European Affairs Challenge: The large volume of legal documentation and the number of institutions, translators and legal experts involved require a more efficient and consistent process. Particular challenges include maintaining consistent legal terminology and ensuring the quality of translations. Solution: TransLexor AI combines AI-powered translation support with document management, an official terminology database, version control, deadline management and expert review. Expected Change: Legal documentation will be processed more quickly, accurately and consistently in terms of terminology. The system will reduce the workload on specialised staff and enable more efficient harmonisation of Montenegrin legislation with the EU acquis.

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Public Entities: Parliament of Montenegro; Municipality of Kotor Challenge: The Parliament of Montenegro and the Municipality of Kotor have identified the need to improve access to legal information and its everyday application. The large volume of laws, regulations and other legal sources makes it difficult to quickly find and connect relevant information, potentially slowing down the work of public officials and administrative procedures. Solution: Lexora is a digital solution for the intelligent search, analysis and interpretation of legal regulations and case law. The platform will enable faster retrieval of relevant information, connect different legal sources and provide easier access to the content required for the work of public institutions. Expected Change: Lexora will facilitate the retrieval and use of legal information. It will enable the Parliament of Montenegro to access and connect legal sources more efficiently, while helping officials at the Municipality of Kotor find the information they need for their daily work and the handling of administrative procedures.

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CEDIS Active power losses in the electricity distribution network represent a direct technical and financial challenge. Better use of the existing network and available data is needed to reduce losses without major additional investment in infrastructure. A software solution is being developed to enable the optimal reconfiguration of the distribution network and proactive network management, making use of existing infrastructure and modern analytical and optimisation methods. The goal is to reduce technical losses by at least 5%, with potential annual savings of approximately 16 GWh of electricity and more than €1.5 million. The solution is also expected to improve the quality and reliability of electricity supply for citizens and businesses. Challenge: Losses in the electricity distribution network represent a direct technical and financial challenge. Better use must be made of the existing network and available data to reduce losses without significant additional investment in infrastructure. Solution: A software solution is being developed for the optimal reconfiguration of the distribution network and proactive management of its operation, using existing infrastructure and modern analysis and optimisation methods. Expected Change: The aim is to reduce technical losses by at least 5%, with potential annual savings of approximately 16 GWh of electricity and more than €1.5 million. Improved quality and reliability of electricity supply for citizens and businesses are also expected.

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Public Entity: Transport Administration of Montenegro Road and traffic data are currently stored in different systems and formats and are not interconnected. The volume of data generated by traffic counters, weather stations, tunnels and variable message signs is also increasing, creating a need to consolidate this information to improve road network management and traffic safety. A digital platform will be developed to integrate road and traffic data from various sources. The data will be accessible in one place, enabling better monitoring of road conditions, more efficient traffic management and faster decision-making. The Transport Administration will have a better overview of road and traffic conditions and will be able to respond more quickly to changes and emergencies. Citizens will benefit from higher-quality and more timely information on road conditions, roadworks, weather conditions and other events.

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Public Entity: Ministry of Energy and Mining of Montenegro A centralised data repository for energy projects at national and local levels is needed to monitor energy savings and CO₂ emission reductions, analyse the costs and benefits of measures, and assess their impact. These data are also essential for planning future energy efficiency measures and developing strategic documents. A digital energy efficiency platform is being developed to consolidate data and documentation and digitise key procedures. It will facilitate communication between users and institutions, enable users to track the status of procedures, and improve administrative efficiency, with a focus on information security and system reliability. Services will become simpler, processes more efficient, and energy efficiency data management more reliable. The institution will have better oversight and control of procedures, while citizens and other users will benefit from faster, more transparent access to services and information, with less paperwork and fewer in-person visits.

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Public Entity: Čistoća d.o.o. Pljevlja Solution Provider: Modrone d.o.o. Podgorica Improper waste disposal, particularly the disposal of hot ashes, can cause fires and damage waste containers. These incidents threaten air quality, increase equipment replacement costs and require a rapid response from the relevant services. A smart system is being developed to detect and report fires at container locations in a timely manner. The collected data will enable incident monitoring and support better planning of emergency responses and waste collection routes. Faster responses will mean fewer damaged containers, lower costs and improved waste collection services. In the long term, reducing container fires will contribute to better air quality, while the collected data will provide a foundation for more effective local public policies.

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GOV-049 – Development of a Gamified VR Platform to Educate Children on Emergency Response Public Entity: Ministry of the Interior of Montenegro – Directorate for Protection and Rescue Children lack sufficient practical knowledge of how to respond to emergencies such as fires, earthquakes and bomb threats. Modern educational approaches are needed to make this knowledge more accessible, understandable and practical. A gamified virtual reality (VR) platform is being developed, featuring educational scenarios designed for children aged 10 to 15. The solution will be complemented by teaching materials and training for teachers to support its effective implementation.

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Public Entity: Ministry of the Interior of Montenegro – Directorate for Protection and Rescue Forest fires pose a threat to citizens, property, the environment and economic activities. Effective risk management requires the integration of data on hazards, susceptibility, exposure and the vulnerability of affected areas. A GIS-based fire risk assessment model is being developed, integrating various types of spatial data into the existing national geoportal. The system will enable integrated risk analysis and visualisation at the national level. Institutions will have a stronger basis for planning prevention measures, preparing for emergencies and responding to incidents. Risks will become more visible and measurable, enabling more timely action and better management of the consequences of forest fires.

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Public Entity: Ministry of Tourism of Montenegro Tourism information, registries and procedures are spread across different systems and sources. This makes it difficult to access reliable information, increases administrative burdens and hinders effective tourism management. TourismOS is a digital infrastructure that connects tourists, citizens, local communities and the government. It will bring together information on accommodation, attractions, events, tours, routes and local services, integrate registries and digitise key processes. Service providers will benefit from simpler registration, digital reporting and verification, while tourists will have access to reliable information. The platform will make it easier for tourists to plan their trips and navigate destinations, reduce administrative burdens and increase visibility for citizens and businesses, and enable the public sector to gain better insights into data and make decisions based on reliable, interconnected information.

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Public Entity: Science and Technology Park of Montenegro Solution Provider: Web Falcon d.o.o. Podgorica There is no centralised and automated system for monitoring the performance of resident companies, programmes and their impact on the innovation ecosystem. Data are collected through various forms and spreadsheets, making analysis, reporting and data-driven decision-making more difficult. EIP integrates data, analytics and key performance indicator (KPI) monitoring in one place. The platform will automate data collection and processing, provide customised dashboards and use artificial intelligence to identify trends, risks and growth opportunities. The Science and Technology Park of Montenegro will have access to reliable, real-time data, faster reporting and a stronger basis for decision-making. Companies will benefit from a reduced administrative burden and better-targeted support, while public institutions will gain higher-quality data for monitoring results and shaping innovation policies.