Mateusz Śmietanka – CIO SoftCream Software internet.pp
Project Manager for Notaris : https://notaris.pl
Notaris is a comprehensive software suite designed to support notarial offices by streamlining various administrative and legal processes. Developed by SoftCream Software, Notaris has been continually enhanced since its inception in 1991, incorporating feedback from notaries across Poland.
Key Components of Notaris:
- Notaris Office: Facilitates case management, maintenance of notarial registers, and creation of legally required records and reports, including those for the General Inspector of Financial Information (GIIF).
- Notaris Editor: Assists in drafting notarial acts and other documents, offering templates to expedite document preparation.
- Notaris eKW: Enables the creation, verification, and submission of land and mortgage register applications.
- Notaris eDeclarations: Provides tools for electronically filing PCC and SD tax declarations.
- Notaris eCertifications: Facilitates electronic certification of copies and extracts using advanced qualified signatures.
- Notaris Tools: Offers functions to support daily data archiving tasks.
Notable Features:
- Data Integration: Seamlessly integrates data from notarial acts into databases, automatically populating notarial books (Repertorium A, P), indexes, tax office summaries, and GIIF transaction cards, minimizing manual data entry.
- Compliance Support: Assists notaries in fulfilling obligations to report transactions to the GIIF, in line with the Act of November 16, 2000, on counteracting the introduction of property values from illegal or undisclosed sources into financial circulation.
- Training Resources: Includes instructional videos, user manuals, and FAQs to facilitate quick implementation without the need for IT specialists.
- Advanced Document Analysis: Features a unique capability to swiftly and effectively extract data from notarial acts prepared in MS Word, automatically populating necessary fields in notarial registers and other documents, thereby reducing repetitive data entry.
Additional Benefits:
- Single license per office, allowing installation on multiple computers within the same office.
- Automatic data transfer from documents to registers and summaries.
- User-friendly interface with easy filtering and information retrieval.
- Comprehensive integration with text editors and support for multiple users accessing the database simultaneously.
- Low hardware requirements and network compatibility.
Notaris is tailored to enhance the efficiency and competitiveness of notarial offices, providing a robust toolset to meet the evolving demands of the notarial profession.
Project Manager for Sat4Edu https://www.softcream.pl/en/ai-research-projects/sat4edu/
SAT4EDU is a pilot project funded by the European Parliament and implemented by the European Commission, aiming to provide broadband satellite Internet access to schools in digitally excluded areas. The initiative addresses the persistent issue of “white spots”—regions within the EU lacking broadband connectivity due to factors like low population density or challenging geography.
Objectives:
- Bridge the Digital Divide: Ensure that students in remote or underserved areas have equitable access to educational resources available online.
- Assess Satellite Viability: Evaluate the practicality and effectiveness of satellite technology in delivering high-speed Internet to schools lacking traditional broadband infrastructure.
Implementation:
The project involves installing satellite equipment—including antennas, modems, and routers—in selected schools across EU member states such as Poland, Greece, and Cyprus. Participating schools receive free satellite Internet access for 12 months, with all equipment and subscription costs covered by the European Union. Technical support and educational materials are also provided to ensure seamless integration and operation.
Challenges Addressed:
- Persistent Connectivity Gaps: Despite efforts to provide universal broadband, certain areas remain unconnected due to economic and geographic barriers.
- Educational Equity: Lack of Internet access hampers educational opportunities for students in these regions, exacerbating the digital divide.
Mission:
The European Union considers Internet access a fundamental right and aims to eliminate digital exclusion by systematically addressing connectivity gaps. SAT4EDU embodies this mission by ensuring that all European schools, regardless of location, have the necessary tools for modern education.
Outcomes:
By the end of the pilot, the project will assess the feasibility of scaling satellite Internet solutions to more schools across the EU. Participating schools will have the option to continue the service independently, ensuring sustained connectivity.
For more information or to participate, schools can visit the SAT4EDU project page.