Teresina Overhauls Science and Technology Governance with New Secretariat
Teresina replaces Prodater with a new Secretariat to better coordinate science, technology, and innovation efforts under new leadership.
- • Mayor Silvio Mendes appointed Miguel Antônio de Oliveira Neto as head of the new Municipal Secretariat of Science, Technology, and Innovation (Secti).
- • Secti replaces the dissolved Teresinense Data Processing Company (Prodater) to centralize technology and innovation governance.
- • Secti’s responsibilities include system standardization, public service modernization, innovation promotion, and cost reduction.
- • A new technical advisor position with a R$ 3,200 monthly salary was created, and Prodater’s liquidation is being overseen by its accounting head.
Key details
The city of Teresina has embarked on a significant administrative restructuring to enhance the governance of technology and innovation. Mayor Silvio Mendes appointed Miguel Antônio de Oliveira Neto as the new head of the Municipal Secretariat of Science, Technology, and Innovation (Secti), effective January 2, 2026. This move follows the dissolution of the Teresinense Data Processing Company (Prodater), which previously managed the municipality’s technological initiatives.
The creation of Secti centralizes functions that include standardizing municipal management systems, modernizing public services, fostering innovative projects, and reducing operational costs. The new secretariat will feature dedicated offices, executive secretariats, special coordinations, and management roles designed to improve efficiency and control over technology and innovation efforts within the municipality.
Financially, the reform will have minimal impact as expenses were already anticipated. A new commissioned position of Assessor Técnico Especializado with a monthly salary of R$ 3,200 has been created to support the Secretariat. Meanwhile, the current head of Prodater’s accounting division has been appointed to oversee Prodater’s liquidation, ensuring legal compliance and transparency.
This restructuring reflects Teresina’s commitment to modernize and better coordinate its science and technology governance, aiming for greater innovation and public service efficiency.
This article was translated and synthesized from Brazilian sources, providing English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
