The LEAD-PRO project has made significant strides in its first year, achieving strong progress across all seven work packages.
* WP1 – Project Coordination and Planning
All foundational project management deliverables were submitted, including the Project Management Handbook (WP1 D1.1) Strategy and Innovation Plan (D1.2) and Data Management Plan (D1.4). The first Annual Risk Review (D1.3) identified potential challenges, with mitigation strategies in place. These have ensured effective governance and compliance across the consortium.
* WP2 – System Requirements and Specifications
This WP successfully defined the system’s technical blueprint. Deliverables D2.1–D2.7 covered use cases, technical requirements, data flows, legal/ethical risks, and a product roadmap. These outputs ensure the platform meets user needs while staying aligned with GDPR, cybersecurity, and operational goals.
* WP3 – System Development and Testing
The platform’s development is well underway. Interim working product packages (D3.1) were delivered, showcasing early implementations such as situational awareness tools and IoT integrations. System integration testing began with the Integration and End-to-End Test Report (D3.4). Final system testing (D3.2 D3.3) is on track for the next period.
* WP4 – Pilots and Evaluation
Pilot planning (D4.1) is progressing, with training activities (D4.4) already delivered. Stakeholders have been prepared for real-world trials, with logistical frameworks, scenarios, and training materials ready for upcoming pilot executions in Year 2.
* WP5 – Operationalization and Deployment
An operationalization roadmap (D5.1) was delivered, outlining deployment strategies, target audiences, and risk management. The Progress Report (D5.2) highlights strong collaboration and early drafting of the Deployment Handbook (D5.3) for future use.
* WP6 – Dissemination and Stakeholder Engagement
A comprehensive Dissemination Plan (D6.1) Stakeholder Engagement Plan (D6.2) and the first Dissemination Report (D6.3) were submitted. LEAD-PRO has gained visibility through events, media, and policy engagement. Preparations for the Final Conference are underway.
* WP7 – Ethics, Legal, and Societal Oversight
Eight ethics deliverables (D7.1–D7.9) have been submitted, covering informed consent, data protection, vulnerable groups, and non-EU collaborations. An external Ethics Advisor was appointed early (D7.7) and has submitted two monitoring reports. The project remains fully compliant with Horizon Europe ethics guidelines.
