The Pharaon project was structured into 10 interrelated Work Packages (WPs), focusing on conceptualization, development, deployment, and impact assessment. Despite delays due to COVID-19, user requirements were gathered through co-design, interviews, and remote workshops, shaping a multi-layered architecture emphasizing security and interoperability.
Pilot activities consolidated 25 use case scenarios across six sites in five countries, addressing Pharaon’s core challenges. Ethical and legal frameworks were established, exceeding standard regulatory requirements. The project prioritized interoperability, culminating in the Interoperability Plan (IOP) and the Ecosystem Hub, a suite of tools based on OIDC, OpenAPI, and FIWARE. The Pharaon Data Model facilitated seamless data exchange, ensuring compatibility across healthcare, energy, and mobility domains.
Large-Scale Pilot Deployment
Pharaon deployed large-scale pilots involving 1,800+ older adults, 600+ formal caregivers, and 400+ informal caregivers using Action Research to continuously refine solutions. A GDPR-compliant data management framework was implemented, integrating the SMILE dashboard for data collection and quality evaluation.
Technical advancements included:
• The Technical One-Stop-Shop (WP4) for developer resources.
• Enhanced cybersecurity measures across all solutions.
• Interoperability enhancements, including the Phi-Suite for secure data exchange.
• A Central Portal for unified access, integrating a Carer Dashboard and Hub Portal for data visualization.
• Pharaon-in-a-Box, providing sandbox environments for seamless technology integration.
Ecosystem Expansion and Open Calls
Two Open Calls expanded Pharaon’s impact:
• 11 new technologies integrated through Open Call 1.
• 12 additional projects joined via Open Call 2, broadening the platform’s scope.
Exploitation, Sustainability, and Impact
Pharaon identified 125 key exploitable results, categorized using the TAALXONOMY framework and integrated into CATAALOG, promoting assistive technologies. Business models were developed to ensure long-term sustainability.
Impact was assessed using Quality of Life (QoL), Service Usability, and Cost-Effectiveness KPIs, showing measurable improvements. 630 training sessions engaged 1,143+ participants, closing digital skills gaps. Policy recommendations were developed based on pilot findings, and ethical guidelines were released.
Dissemination and Standardization
Pharaon’s results were widely shared through:
• 48 online articles, 3 print articles, 4 radio & 1 TV feature
• 61 conferences, trade fairs, and webinars
• 11 organized events, including the Pharaon Final Event (Florence, June 2024, 200+ participants)
• CEN Workshop Agreement (CWA 18123) on Action Research for Large-Scale Piloting
Finalization and Market Readiness
In its final phase, Pharaon:
• Prioritized interoperability and impact assessment.
• Developed a common data model for seamless ecosystem integration.
• Strengthened technical and user interoperability to enhance usability.
• Completed risk assessments, value propositions, and market strategies for 9 key exploitable results, ensuring readiness for TRL9 adoption.
• Defined impact assurance strategies to support replication, scalability, and investment attraction.
Through its extensive pilots, technology integrations, and policy contributions, Pharaon demonstrated the potential of digital solutions to support independent living and enhance the well-being of Europe’s aging population.
