ACEP

Smart Technologies Integration Project for Penal Institutions

A Nationwide Scaled Digital Transformation Story

The Integration of Smart Technologies into Penal Institutions Project (ACEP) is a pioneering digital transformation initiative implemented for the General Directorate of Prisons and Detention Houses of the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Türkiye, in cooperation with Türk Telekom and with İnnova as the solution partner. Successfully deployed across Türkiye, ACEP has become a benchmark transformation model in the public sector by bringing smart technologies together with robust integration and a well-designed architectural framework.

In penal institutions, the manual execution of communication, headcount, healthcare, canteen and application processes created significant operational burdens, as well as challenges in terms of security and efficiency. Developed in response to these needs, ACEP offers a sustainable solution by digitizing the daily operations of penal institutions end to end.

An Integrated Ecosystem Powered by Turna Multimedia Devices

At the core of ACEP’s on-site success are the Turna Multimedia Devices, designed and manufactured by İnnova. Specifically developed for ward use, Turna devices enable secure access to digital services in penal institutions through biometric authentication, high security standards, and a user-centric design.

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Key Features Driving Turna’s Success

  • Secure identity verification with fingerprint and facial recognition
  • Privacy-focused cabin structure and encrypted system architecture
  • Emergency button and motion-sensor lighting
  • Security mechanisms that automatically terminate processes in case of unauthorized intervention

To date, more than 384 million communication sessions have been conducted via Turna devices.
Digital Services Implemented

The modules activated within the scope of ACEP have transformed both the daily operations of penal institutions and their human-centric service approach.

A New Era in Communication

  • Voice and Video Calls: Secure and controlled communication between inmates and their relatives
  • e-Mail: Fast and traceable digital communication replacing physical mail processes

Efficiency in Operational Processes

  • Ward Headcount: Remote, real-time headcounts with biometric verification
  • Canteen Shopping: Digital ordering from wards in line with defined limits and balances

Convenience in Healthcare and Official Procedures

  • e-Health / e-Examination: Video consultations with doctors and effective health monitoring
  • e-Petition and Ministry Communication: Fast and traceable application processes through standardized templates
  • e-Library: Digital access to prison libraries

Management and Supervision
  • Real-time monitoring and centralized management dashboard
  • Authorized intervention and comprehensive reporting infrastructure

Scale, Integration, and Trust

ACEP is a large-scale project deployed in 183 penal institutions across Türkiye, with more than 12,000 Turna devices installed nationwide. İnnova has established a secure, sustainable, and fully integrated architecture with:

  • UYAP (National Judiciary Informatics System)
  • Banking and payment systems
  • Information and Communication Technologies Authority (ICTA) infrastructures

Tangible Benefits and Measurable Success

The impact of ACEP in the field has been demonstrated through measurable outcomes in a short period of time:

  • Up to 20% workforce savings in routine operations
  • Allowing personnel to allocate more time to security and rehabilitation-focused duties
  • Reduced security risks and enhanced process traceability
  • More modern and human-centered living conditions for inmates

A Model Project for Public Sector Digitalization

ACEP stands as a strong success story realized through İnnova’s end-to-end approach, supported by a team of over 150 experts, covering design, manufacturing, infrastructure, integration, and operational continuity.

Today, ACEP is positioned as a nationally scaled reference project that demonstrates how the effective use of technology can enable secure, efficient, and sustainable transformation in penal institutions, serving as a model for public sector digitalization.

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