02/01/2025
We are proud to present our latest report, “Artificial Intelligence for Governance: Insights from the Finnish Experience” developed by the Modern Information Society and Innovations NGO and authored by Seymur Hasanov, Gular Rzayeva, Ulvi Hasanzade, Elmira Farzaliyeva, Narmin Abdurahmanova, and Nijat Jafarov.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a driving force across various sectors, revolutionizing governance, advancing scientific research, and transforming critical areas like healthcare, education, finance, industry, customer service, and so on. By redefining governance, AI is enhancing service delivery, promoting smarter decision-making, and strengthening public trust. Finland’s approach to AI implementation offers valuable lessons on how to leverage this technology for public good, encourage citizen-centric service design, and foster trust-based governance. This report provides a comprehensive framework for policymakers, academics, and innovators to explore the transformative potential of AI.
Through collaboration with leading institutions of Finland, we had the opportunity to explore practical applications of AI in governance and other domains. We extend our gratitude to the following forward-thinking organizations for sharing their insights and best practices:
Helsingin kaupunki - Helsingfors stad - City of Helsinki
Tampereen kaupunki
Business Helsinki
Silo AI
RiverRecycle
Aalto University
We are grateful for the contributions from key organizations in Azerbaijan, whose perspectives enriched the report and provided diverse viewpoints on AI governance:
Rəqəmsal İnkişaf və Nəqliyyat Nazirliyi
Innovation and Digital Development Agency
4SİM Azərbaycan / C4IR Azerbaijan
Azərbaycan Dövlət İqtisad Universiteti UNEC
The report highlights
-Finland’s AI Experience: Gain insights into Finland’s strategic use of AI to drive smart governance, strengthen citizen engagement, and enhance transparency.
-Practical Case Studies: Discover real-world examples of AI integration in sectors such as healthcare, education, and smart infrastructure.
-Policy Recommendations: Access actionable guidance for policymakers, leaders, and researchers on using AI to advance governance reform and transform the public sector.
This report serves as a vital resource for scholars, government officials, and practitioners seeking to understand and apply AI-driven governance strategies.
Access the Full Report Here: https://misunion.org/ai4gov/