State partnering with firm to modernize PFD process by 2026, using AI technologies [Video]

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) – Through a competitive process, Saige Consulting was selected to partner with the State of Alaska Department of Revenue (DOR) to modernize the Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend application process.

In a statement, Deputy Commissioner of the Alaska Department of Revenue Fadil Limani called the system a “true game changer for generations of Alaskans.”

“At DOR, we are committed to providing the highest level of service to our residents, especially for our PFD Program that holds a special place in the hearts of all Alaskans,” he said.

Saige Consulting will develop and implement an enhanced DOR system, known as a cloud-native application. They say it will streamline the process for the more than 600,000 eligible Alaskans who apply for and receive a PFD every year.

“I would just like to commend the commissioner and Deputy Commissioner … They could have decided to push this along to a future …