Maringá, a city of approximately 500,000 residents in Brazil, was the location of the deployment of smart city technologies from ALCA NETWORK, ALLNET and VIVOTEK.

According to VIVOTEK, the project has addressed the growing need for public safety in the city.

Despite Maringá’s reputation as a peaceful and hard-working city with one of the highest Human Development Indexes (HDI) in Brazil, it has faced evolving public safety needs.

The city government and security agencies recognized the need for smarter security measures.

Public safety project

In this project, ALCA NETWORK and ALLNET were responsible for the design and partnered with VIVOTEK to implement one of the most advanced smart surveillance solutions in Brazil.

This system integrated cameras, facial and license plate recognition as well as big data technologies.

By consolidating data from the municipal, state and federal sectors, this collaboration increases the safety of residents, highlighting Maringá’s position at the forefront of innovation in public safety.

Challenges and meeting objectives

Ivan Quartaroli, Security Secretary commented: “The Public Safety Department initially aimed to capture and analyze video data to support decision-making in cases such as drug trafficking, vehicle theft, tax fraud and the protection of women and minors at risk.”

The implementation of Maringá’s Integrated Control Center (CCI) began in July 2022 with strategically positioned cameras installed in accordance with the city’s public safety guidelines.

Upgrading security infrastructure

VIVOTEK played a key role in upgrading Maringá’s security infrastructure by providing a comprehensive suite of solutions, including cameras with built-in video analytics processing technology and advanced software with facial and license plate recognition capabilities.

This integration leverages big data to cross-reference captured information, facilitating streamlined processing and providing reliable analytics for informed decision-making.

Results

• The implementation of CCI Maringá with VIVOTEK solutions has improved public safety, leading to a notable reduction in crime rates and an increased sense of security among residents
• Continuous monitoring of CCI allows officers to identify suspicious activity and promptly alert nearby law enforcement with accurate information
• VIVOTEK’s advanced imaging technology supports crime prevention and investigation and serves as crucial evidence in legal proceedings

Key benefits

According to VIVOTEK, the project has results in:

1. Reduced investigation costs and time
2. Greater efficiency and safety for public agents working in the sector
3. Reduction in car thefts
4. Reduction in criminal activities
5. Increased quality of life for the population

“Protecting the law-abiding citizens of Maringá”

Ulisses Maia, Acting Mayor commented: “This investment is capable of protecting the law-abiding citizens of Maringá, preventing all types of accidents that can happen in our city.”