Iligan Advances Digital Governance Through Local Innovation
The Center for Digital Iligan Innovation and Sustainability (CDIIS), led by Executive Director Paul Hui Lagura, participated in a presentation by Daloy Tech Solutions on LeadGov AI at the City Administrator’s Office. The activity brought together members of the Iligan SMART Cities & Innovation Council and the City Digital Transformation Group to assess emerging digital tools that may support the city’s ongoing modernization efforts.
Daloy Tech Solutions, led by Alexander Burias, is a local startup specializing in artificial intelligence and digital solutions. Its work reflects the growing technology ecosystem in Iligan City, focusing on context-driven tools designed to enhance operational efficiency and intelligent workflows for organizations.
Overview of LeadGov AI and Potential Applications
LeadGov AI was presented as an AI-powered solution intended to support local government operations. Key areas discussed during the session included:
- Data-informed decision-making to support planning and governance
- Workflow automation to improve internal processes
- Enhanced citizen engagement through digital platforms
The solution is being positioned for potential integration with the city’s eLGU system, the digital platform that allows residents to access government services online. This proposed integration aligns with ongoing DICT-led digital transformation initiatives and supports the broader eGovPH ecosystem, which aims to unify local and national government services.
Collaborative Review and Alignment With National Programs
The proposal remains under review to determine its relevance and compatibility with current digital transformation priorities. The engagement underscored the importance of collaboration between local government units and homegrown innovators in exploring solutions that improve governance, service delivery, and responsiveness.
The initiative also aligns with national efforts supported by DICT, DOST, DTI, and DILG, particularly in promoting digital governance strategies that modernize local government processes and strengthen citizen-centric services. By providing avenues for pilot projects through platforms such as the City’s Creative and Innovation Council, Iligan continues to support startups in developing solutions that address public-sector needs.
Supporting Iligan’s Smart City and Innovation Journey
The initial presentation of LeadGov AI marks another step in Iligan City’s evaluation of digital tools that can enhance e-government services, strengthen system integration, and reinforce cooperation among digitalization and innovation stakeholders. These efforts contribute to building a more efficient, competitive, and citizen-focused local government.
