Digital transformation in electoral processes
This project was made possible through a strategic collaboration between Tsunami and key partners, including SGMAI, Altice, Bravantic, Intel, and Microsoft.
The Tsunami brand, in collaboration with key partners, led a groundbreaking initiative to modernize Portugal’s electoral process. This project involved equipping 308 municipalities with 29,000 customized devices, making it the first entirely digital electoral census in the country. The focus was on efficiency, security, and sustainability.
The challenge
The complexity of the project posed significant challenges:
Configuring and delivering 29,000 devices with specific requirements, such as integrated Smartcard readers and customized software, to 308 municipalities across mainland Portugal an the islands.
Ensuring data security to prevent fraud and safeguard electoral integrity.
Coordinating nationwide logistics to guarantee timely delivery and reliable tracking.
The solution
Tsunami’s strategic approach addressed these challenges with a tailored solution:
The results
The impact of this initiative was transformative, delivering measurable outcomes:
Limited tracking of voting equipment
Devices with unique identification and full traceability.
Security
Devices were fully traceable, eliminating risks of fraud or manipulation.
Manual voting processes with extensive paper usage.
Fully digitalized voting process, eliminating paper.
Sustainability
The digital solution significantly reduced paper consumption, aligning with environmental goals.
Voting limited to registered polling stations.
Voting allowed anywhere in Portugal, reducing abstention to 62.5% – the lowest in 20 years.
Impact
The modernization allowed voters to cast their ballots at any polling station in the country.
Conclusion
This case study demonstrates Tsunami’s ability to lead complex national projects, leveraging technology to
deliver sustainable, reliable, and innovative solutions. By partnering with industry leaders and focusing on
client-specific needs, Tsunami continues to redefine technological excellence.
