Consortis Geospatial – Innovation in the Service of Local Government
The “Smart Cities, Smart Regions: Digital Governance and Smart Cities” conference, organized by the Hellenic Association of Information Technology & Communications Enterprises (SETPΕ) as part of the 33rd MONEY SHOW, was successfully concluded. As the Gold Sponsor of the event, Consortis Geospatial reaffirmed its strategic commitment to advancing innovative geospatial solutions that drive the digital transformation of local government.
The event commenced with opening remarks from prominent institutional representatives, highlighting the critical role of collaboration between the public and private sectors in developing smart cities and enhancing digital governance. Key speakers included:
- Dimitris Papastergiou, Minister of Digital Governance
- Konstantinos Gioulekas, Deputy Minister of Interior, responsible for Macedonia-Thrace
- Athina Athanasiadou-Aidona, Governor of Central Macedonia
- Lazaros Kyrizoglou, President of the Central Union of Municipalities of Greece (KEDE) and Mayor of Ampelokipi - Menemeni
- Theofilos Mylonas, President of the Hellenic Association of Information Technology & Communications Enterprises (SETPΕ)
Roundtable Discussion: Public-Private Synergies for Digital Transformation
During the first roundtable discussion, titled “Synergies between Local Government & Enterprises for Digital Transformation,” Mr. Georgios Tsakoumis, Founder & General Director of Consortis Geospatial, actively participated in a constructive dialogue alongside senior officials from central and local government. Other distinguished participants included:
- Dimitrios Ptochos, Vice President of the Union of Regions of Greece (ENPE), Chairman of the Digital Governance – Research & Innovation Committee of ENPE, and Governor of Peloponnese
- Nikolaos Tzollas, Deputy Governor of Digital Governance, Region of Central Macedonia
- Pantelis Tsakiris, Mayor of Oraiokastro
- Anastasios Manos, Chairman & CEO of DOTSOFT
Key Challenges and Opportunities in Geospatial Collaboration
During his speech, Mr. Tsakoumis outlined the primary challenges that local governments face when working with private sector partners, emphasizing four key areas:
- Funding: The difficulty of securing financing for geospatial projects.
- Technological Infrastructure: Outdated technologies and inadequate maintenance of past projects.
- Specialized Personnel: The lack of trained professionals to manage modern geospatial tools effectively.
- Regulatory Framework: The absence of a unified and clearly defined framework for implementing geospatial data projects.
He also underscored the critical role of geospatial data and GIS analysis in optimizing municipal services, from urban planning and infrastructure management to automating maintenance processes. Furthermore, he highlighted the potential of drone technology, satellite imagery, and IoT sensors in crisis response and disaster management.
Consortis Geospatial: A Key Partner in Digital Transformation
Through its sponsorship and active participation in the conference, Consortis Geospatial reaffirmed its position as a leader in geospatial technology and a trusted partner for municipalities and regional authorities seeking to accelerate their digital transformation.
