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Advancements in Municipal Application Management with Minnect

Dentsu Research has announced the launch of the latest version of its municipal application management system, Minnect, set to release on July 7, 2026. This innovative upgrade enhances auto-examination capabilities by integrating generative AI and low-code technology, aiming to revolutionize the way local governments handle applications.

Background of the Enhancement

In recent years, the push for digitization within local governments has led to the online transformation of various procedures, driven significantly by the Digital Agency's initiatives. However, alongside this advancement, a new challenge has emerged: the growing burden of back-office operations involved in reviewing and approving applications. Traditional auto-examination systems primarily matched submitted data against registered information in foundational system databases, which left many applications—such as those from corporate entities and non-residents—dependent on manual review by personnel, creating inefficiencies.

To address these challenges, Dentsu Research has leveraged the capabilities of generative AI and low-code development platforms to minimize the need for manual inspections, resulting in the improved version 3.5 of Minnect.

Key Features of Minnect Version 3.5

Dentsu Research's latest version includes several key features aimed at enhancing the auto-examination process:

1. ### Enhanced Auto-Examination with Generative AI
The latest version incorporates an advanced auto-examination feature that utilizes generative AI to automatically analyze attached documents such as employment certificates and health insurance cards. The AI extracts necessary text data from submitted PDFs or images and automatically matches this data with the inputted information in the application forms. This capability allows municipal staff to configure which elements to extract flexibly, drastically reducing the reliance on manual verification processes.

2. ### No-Code Examination Rule Settings
With the full integration of Dentsu's low-code development platform, iPLAss, local government personnel can now intuitively set up examination rules without needing to consult IT engineers. This development affords greater autonomy to staff members, enabling them to modify and add examination logic through a no-code environment.

3. ### Expansion of Comparison Data for Examination
Version 3.5 allows municipalities to register additional unique data sets that they manage for prior comparisons during the examination process. This feature enables automated matching and judgment of data that was previously outside the scope of the central management system, including applications submitted by corporations and other entities.

4. ### Improved Recognition Accuracy and Correction with AI-OCR
The new AI-OCR function allows users to drag and drop scanned PDFs of paper applications for batch uploads. The generative AI enhances the recognition process, correcting discrepancies and significantly increasing text recognition accuracy. This innovation minimizes the time needed for manual corrections, streamlining the examination workflow further.

Supporting Municipal Staff with Autonomy and Efficiency

Dentsu Research is committed to continually expanding the functionalities of Minnect to allow municipal employees to focus more on value-added tasks that directly benefit residents. By providing tools that facilitate automation and sophisticated analysis, Dentsu aims to empower local authorities to enhance public service efficiently and effectively.

Additional Resources

Recognizing the potential of their Minnect series, Dentsu Research offers a comprehensive range of solutions aimed at supporting municipal digital transformation (DX). This series includes consulting services, secure generative AI for municipal environments, unified application management, and CRM systems for optimal information dissemination. Through these offerings, the company addresses challenges while ensuring compliance with stringent security requirements.

More information on the Minnect series can be found on the Dentsu website. As the company continues to innovate, the goal remains to create a seamless connection between administration and residents, effectively bridging the gap between digital and traditional processes.

By fostering these advancements, Dentsu Research stands at the forefront of municipal application management, championing a future where technology and governance work in harmony to enhance public services and community engagement.