Record Digitization
Description
Many agency records, including immigration case files, are paper records. EOIR must digitize paper records into electronic records to comply with federal laws requiring the agency's transition to digital processes. Parties to EOIR immigration proceedings experience delays in accessing case-related information when case records are maintained in paper format. EOIR must make voluminous copies of paper records to respond to records requests or otherwise spend time scanning paper records for digital transmission. EOIR has limited storage space available for paper records.
Detailed example
Digital agency records of sufficient authenticity, reliability, usability, and integrity to replace the original paper record.
AI / analytics pattern
Computer Vision: AI that processes and interprets visual data (e.g., images and videos).
Automation level / stage
a) Pre-deployment – The use case is in a development or acquisition status.
Expected benefit
Transition many components of the case adjudication process to a more efficient, primarily digital process. Improve access to case information for parties to EOIR immigration proceedings. Improve record request and response processes. Eliminate need for costly physical space to store paper records.
Controls / human review
ATO: Not reported; PIA: Not published