Motosu City Hall in Gifu Prefecture has taken a major step forward in disaster preparedness by adopting an advanced ELMO Emergency Response Solution. With its unique geography—mountainous terrain in the north and the Neo River running through the south—the city is no stranger to natural disasters such as flooding, landslides, and heavy rainfall. To enhance its ability to make rapid, informed decisions during emergencies, Motosu City transformed its disaster management system from analog to digital using ELMO products.
Transforming Disaster Response through Digital Integration
When Motosu City Hall was rebuilt in 2024, the local government introduced new digital information systems to replace time-consuming manual methods. The core of this modernization is the ELMO DX Table, a large, interactive display that consolidates multiple types of information—such as maps, videos, and reports—onto one 65-inch screen. This allows decision-makers to gain a complete overview without switching between different computer screens.
Together with the ELMO Board, MX-P3 document camera, and ELMO Collaboration software, the city created an interconnected information-sharing network that links its main office with the remote Neo Branch Office. This real-time system enables the exchange of video, audio, and data instantly—making emergency communication faster, clearer, and more reliable.
Overcoming Communication Barriers
Before implementing this solution, city officials faced difficulties sharing information across departments and between multiple government buildings. Meetings required connecting several computers to projectors, and switching between screens caused delays during critical decision-making moments. By unifying its communication tools through ELMO Collaboration, the city now operates on a single, integrated platform that promotes immediate coordination across teams.
Faster Response, Better Decisions
Since deploying the ELMO Emergency Response Solution, Motosu City has drastically reduced its initial response time from around 90 minutes to just 15 minutes. The ELMO DX Table allows emergency teams to analyze diverse data sources at once, providing a bird’s-eye view of the situation and improving the accuracy of decisions. Meanwhile, the ELMO Board serves not only as a vital information display during crises but also as an everyday digital bulletin board—used, for example, to display election results with just a few taps.
Voices from the Field
According to Kazuhei Kito, Chief of the Disaster Prevention and Safety Section, the new system has already proven its value:
“The ELMO DX Table lets us view multiple types of information simultaneously without switching screens, which has dramatically improved how quickly we respond. Communication between the main and branch offices is smoother, and the interface is easy to use. Even small municipalities can benefit from this setup—it helps us act fast, even with limited staff.”
Prepared for the Unexpected
Disasters such as sudden downpours and typhoons can evolve rapidly, requiring municipal teams to assess conditions and make evacuation decisions in real time. The introduction of ELMO products gives Motosu City the tools to respond confidently, ensuring that accurate information flows freely and decisions are made without delay.
For Motosu City Hall, this digital transformation represents more than just new equipment—it’s a commitment to protecting its citizens through technology, efficiency, and readiness. With ELMO’s interactive solutions, the city is better prepared for emergencies today and well-equipped for the challenges of tomorrow.