Technology Magazine November 2020 | Page 205

Moment of Clarity : SIU ’ s Andy Mothibi - over 167 Covid-19 corruption cases in Gauteng alone
Moment of Clarity : SIU ’ s Andy Mothibi - over 167 Covid-19 corruption cases in Gauteng alone
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205 and current applications can be optimised . “ We ’ ve been in a process of enhancing our current systems as well as enhancing our tools and the way we do work to ensure that we achieve the results faster and quicker ,” says Zwane .
The final pillar focuses on creating a digital business in the near future where SIU can ensure that , wherever possible , operations are as paperless and contactless as possible .
“ We aim to achieve this by using technology like artificial intelligence ( AI ) and robotics to enhance our investigative capabilities ,” states Zwane . “ Unfortunately , due to the impact of COVID-19 , some aspects of our three-year plan have had to have been put on hold , due to the need to meet current demands and situations within the world and the country .”
Currently within its digital strategy , SIU has been looking at multiple technologies to continuously improve its operations .
“ As well as AI and robotics , we are also looking at machine learning and big data to enhance our current tools . During this strategy we looked at the
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