From data analysis tools to the use of autonomous drones for the maintenance of city infrastructure, ID Vilnius acts as a strategic partner of the Vilnius municipality and its companies, aiming to create a modern, efficiently administered city. Together with a team of city managers, the company is entering a new phase based on transparent data management and the integration of digital solutions in everyday city life.
“ID Vilnius” is currently in the stage of refining the company’s main areas of activity and deepening the company’s strengths in the field of data management, as well as strengthening the company’s governance.
Over the past year, ID Vilnius has accumulated a lot of experience, which allows it to effectively help the Vilnius city municipality and its companies to make data-based decisions. The company will seek to be a data technology partner in the city in order to enable and develop the developed tools and make city management even more efficient.
We are currently looking for a new manager of ID Vilnius, who will have to bring good practices to the board, use innovative thinking and, together with the board and the team, will shape the company’s goals for the future”, asserts Paulius Samoška, acting as the company’s interim manager.
Data management contributes to the well-being of the city
All data collected and used by “ID Vilnius” is accumulated in 2021. In the data and competence center established by Vilnius city municipality. The head of the data management group, Stasys Savilionis, says that strategically it was an excellent decision, because with the constant growth of both the number of data-based decisions and the total amount and need of data needed to plan and develop the city, it was necessary to find an effective solution for their management, opening and sharing between companies.
One of the main goals of the data center is to ensure quick, easy and simple access to the data needed by the administration of Vilnius municipality, its subordinate companies and institutions. Now, all the necessary information in the capital is collected not only from the usual data sources – such as state registers or private businesses, but also with the help of innovative technologies, such as autonomous drone stations or Internet of Things sensors.
“On the basis of all the collected data, we can identify and create new solutions, the need for which becomes apparent when communicating both with the municipality and with various companies and institutions.
“ID Vilnius” photo/Stasys Savilionis (“ID Vilnius” Data Management Group Head)
The developed strong competences in the fields of data science, data engineering and analytics and programming enable municipal companies and institutions to use these competences, creating the tools they need. For example, together with the municipal company “Transportation Services” we are now creating an interactive map of the city of Vilnius, which will forecast the movement of the city’s residents in all their modes of travel.
Taking into account the needs of the municipal company “Vilnius waste system administrators”, a tool was created that monitors messy waste collection sites with the help of artificial intelligence and provides insights and recommendations for the necessary changes in this area”, – S. Savilionis shares examples.
According to him, the main purpose of data analytics and the solutions created is more efficient city management and problem identification and information submission to the responsible company or institution in each area, before they are identified by the city dweller.
“ID Vilnius” photo/”ID Vilnius” data center
GIS solutions strengthen urban planning and the public sector
After the restoration of Lithuania’s independence, the geographic information systems (GIS) department was formed in the Vilnius city municipality and is already counting its third decade of existence. During this period, a base of GIS technologies and specialists was created, which creates virtual tools for more efficient city administration.
Aurelijus Deksnys, head of the GIS department at ID Vilnius, says that now GIS helps the capital to solve the most diverse daily problems, analyze development and planning processes, forecast future needs and, by opening data and creating added value, inform the public about city development processes.
“ID Vilnius” photo/Aurelijs Deksnys (“ID Vilnius” GIS department head)
“Modern GIS technologies allow efficient collection, processing, analysis and visual presentation of a wide variety of data. For example, LiDAR optical technologies, hyperspectral or thermal imaging images collected by drones provide the opportunity to quickly notice changes in the city and respond promptly to challenges related to infrastructure or the state of the environment.
Artificial intelligence solutions further strengthen the capabilities of GIS – automated data collection and analysis not only speeds up processes, but also ensures higher data quality and accuracy, so decisions are made based on reliable facts and the most up-to-date information,” says A. Deksnys.
From its beginnings in 1996, GIS gradually became not only a planning and management tool for the city of Vilnius, but also a valuable public information channel, opening up data and involving the public in the processes of getting to know the city and participating in its creation.
“ID Vilnius” photo/Vilnius mobility map
Innovative tools and the power of new technologies
ID Vilnius, an organization at the forefront of the digital transformation of the city of Vilnius, develops tools that facilitate the work of the municipality and contribute to the improvement of the city’s environment. Although most of their solutions are aimed at making internal processes more efficient, they also create benefits for citizens by offering public tools such as interactive maps or environmental monitoring systems.
According to the head of the Product Development Department, Donatas Gudel, most of the innovative tools and programs developed by “ID Vilnius” are intended for the internal needs and performance of the employees of the Vilnius City Municipality Administration and its companies, while the rest are tools open to the public.
“Although the residents do not see the products created by the specialists of the Vilnius City Municipality, they have a direct impact on the quality of life and the city environment. For example, these tools determine which streets will be cleaned each year, and they are used to coordinate the work of different organizations in the city.
“ID Vilnius” photo/Donatas Gudelis (“ID Vilnius” Head of Product Development Department)
Also for inventory and maintenance of various assets (from underground communications to road signs and greenery), work with contractors, accounting of their work. We also pay attention to the sustainability of the products and technologies we develop – each product has its place in their common ecosystem, thus we ensure their non-overlapping, reuse of data, functional components and infrastructure”, says D. Gudelis, head of the Product Development Department.
According to him, almost all the products currently developed by ID Vilnius are intended for the capital, but Vilnius is open to cooperation with other municipalities that often solve the same problems, and Vilnius has already accumulated a large amount of work.
In addition to the technologies used internally by municipal organizations, ID Vilnius has developed and supports a number of public tools – for example, the portal of interactive maps of the capital maps.vilnius.lt, 3D models of the city of Vilnius 3d.vilnius.lta city air pollution, pollen and noise monitoring tool miestoplauciai.vilnius.ltthe virtual gateway to the history of Vilnius vilniusdnr.lt or Vilnius cemetery register.
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Nability of urban development and the integration of environmental considerations into all our projects,” adds Gudel.
As part of their commitment to sustainability, ID Vilnius also looks at how technology can help mitigate urban challenges such as air pollution, waste management, and noise control. For instance, by utilizing real-time environmental monitoring systems, they can provide actionable data to the municipality, enabling targeted interventions to improve urban conditions.
Engaging the Community through Open Data
One of the critical focuses of ID Vilnius is community engagement. By making data available to the public, they encourage residents to get involved in city planning and development processes. This practice not only enriches the decision-making process but also fosters a sense of ownership among citizens regarding their city’s future.
Savilionis emphasizes that “open data initiatives are key to transparency and community participation. By empowering citizens with access to data, we create opportunities for collaboration and innovation at all levels.” This collaborative approach enhances civic engagement, providing residents a channel to express their needs and ideas.
Future Development Goals
Looking ahead, the vision for ID Vilnius extends beyond current projects. The aim is to continuously adapt to emerging technologies and urban challenges. Challenges like climate change, urbanization, and population growth necessitate a forward-thinking approach in civic technology.
As Deksnys notes, “The future of urban planning lies in the integration of innovative technologies such as IoT (Internet of Things), machine learning, and smart city solutions. These technologies not only offer enhanced data collection and analysis capabilities but also lead to more personalized city services.”
the collaborative efforts of ID Vilnius, backed by advanced GIS solutions and artificial intelligence, are setting a new standard for urban management. As they persist in leveraging technology for more efficient and sustainable city living, the benefits will resonate well with both the administration and the residents of Vilnius.
