Digital Transformation and Governance
The Department of Digital Transformation and Governance conducts applied research, technological development, and innovation activities aimed at supporting the digital transition in public administration, the economy, and society. Our focus is on integrating emerging technologies to optimize processes, enhance service quality, and develop digital solutions to contemporary challenges.
The department's mission is to contribute to sustainable digital transformation by designing and implementing intelligent, open, and interconnected systems, aligned with international trends and national strategies in the field.
Our main research areas include:
- XR technologies (virtual and augmented reality);
- artificial intelligence and machine learning;
- image processing and computer vision;
- data analytics and big data exploitation;
- interoperability of information systems;
- data governance and open science;
- the use of GIS technologies;
- development of strategies for smart cities and sustainable digital infrastructures.
Through active involvement in research and development projects, the department contributes to the creation of innovative digital governance models and solutions, supporting the digital transformation of public administration, education, and industry.
INTELLIGENT DATA AND INFORMATION FLOWS
In recent years, digital technologies have profoundly transformed the economy and society, impacting all sectors of activity and everyday life. Data lies at the heart of this transformation—data-driven innovation promises significant benefits for citizens.
This service focuses on how data can become a central driver of innovation and informed decision-making. We specialize in converting large volumes of data into relevant and actionable information through advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning techniques.
Key areas of activity:
- developing solutions for data aggregation, processing, and analysis;
- extracting value from data using Business Intelligence systems;
- optimizing information flows to support real-time decision-making;
- applying quality and security standards in data handling.
The service contributes to building an informed society where data becomes a strategic resource for innovation and operational efficiency.
RESILIENCE, INTEROPERABILITY AND STANDARDIZATION
Currently, the multitude of technical possibilities for data provision has led to a highly heterogeneous data landscape, along with varying levels of data usage. To facilitate access to and the use of open government data, a harmonized and standardized technical implementation is essential—particularly regarding formats and systems.
Improving the usability and accessibility of data can be supported by promoting the adoption of internationally recognized technical and security standards for data formatting, structuring, and sharing. This service contributes to ensuring technological coherence and the resilience of information systems. Its activities support the standardization of data formats, interoperability between information systems, and the alignment of IT architectures with European security and accessibility requirements.
Key focus areas:
- developing and implementing IT resilience strategies;
- evaluating the usability and accessibility of software systems;
- promoting the adoption of open and interoperable standards;
- supporting digitalization processes through robust and compliant infrastructures.
The service plays a vital role in fostering a secure and sustainable digital ecosystem tailored to the needs of modern society.
Main activities
- fundamental and applied research;
- development of products and services to solve concrete problems in the economy and society, in accordance with the areas of competence and professional expertise;
- elaboration of studies, researches of evaluation of applications as Big Data sources;
- Information technology support for the digital transformation of business and industry.
Relevant RDI projects
- PNRR NetZeRoCities: NetZeRoCities - Centrul Național de Competențe și Soluții pentru dezvoltarea orașelor inteligente neutre climatic
- Ideal-IST 2025
- Advanced applications of Artificial intelligence and Big Data;
- SPERO - Space technologies in the management of major disasters and crises, manifested at local, national and regional level: Tehnologii spațiale în managementul dezastrelor și crizelor majore, manifestate la nivel local, național și regional (SPERO);
- Systems and applications based on convergence between Big Data, intelligent data analysis and advanced machine learning;
- Research - Development and Innovation in ICT - Development of innovative products and services to serve the 10 sectors identified in the field of Smart Specialization;
- Research on the use of advanced software tools for the analysis and visualization of large data.