Kick-off Meeting of the DATAPACT Project in Oslo

The beginning of 2025 marks a significant milestone for ASSIST Software with the launch of several groundbreaking research and innovation projects, including DATAPACT - an ambitious initiative aimed at transforming the landscape of data and Artificial Intelligence operations by embedding compliance, privacy, and environmental sustainability into its core design. The project seeks to deliver "compliance by design" for AI and data pipelines through the development of cutting-edge technical tools and methodologies. 

The project aims to engage various target groups, including data/AI industries, data/AI scientists, business experts, MLOps and DataOps professionals, policymakers, entrepreneurs, society at large, and law practitioners. The involvement of these groups is crucial for the successful implementation and widespread adoption of DataPACT’s innovations.

DATAPACT was officially launched at the kick-off meeting held from January 16-18 at the Oslo Science Park in Norway. The event was hosted by SINTEF, the project’s coordinator, and it brought together representatives from DATAPACT’s 18 partners across 16 countries. 

The meeting represented an excellent opportunity for partners to become acquainted and gain a comprehensive understanding of their roles within the broader context of the project. It provided a platform for detailed discussions about the project's objectives, methodologies, work packages and the seven use cases that will validate its core innovations. These use cases span various sectors, including media and entertainment, healthcare, smart cities, law enforcement and security, customer relationship management, manufacturing, human resources, and public data. By exploring these diverse applications, partners were able to appreciate the project's potential impact and the practical challenges it aims to address.

The consortium outlined the next steps and key milestones for the project. This includes the development of initial prototypes, pilot testing in real-world scenarios, and continuous collaboration among partners to ensure the project stays on track and meets its objectives. The successful kick-off meeting in Oslo has set a strong foundation for the DataPACT project, paving the way for groundbreaking advancements in the field of data and AI.

In DATAPACT, ASSIST Software plays a crucial role as a technical partner, being responsible for the development and integration of the project's toolbox, ensuring that all components work seamlessly together. Additionally, ASSIST Software sets up the sandbox environment, which is essential for safe and effective testing and validation of the tools and processes. Beyond the technical aspects, ASSIST  is dedicated to creating a significant impact through the project and is actively involved in the exploitation strategy and business development to ensure the project's long-term success and sustainability. Moreover, ASSIST leads the innovation management efforts, coordinating new ideas and approaches to enhance the project's outcomes and drive meaningful advancements.

DataPACT is funded by the Horizon Europe program of the European Union and was submitted under the HORIZON-CL4-2024-DATA-01-01 call for proposals, with project ID 101189771.