Too Many Vendors, Too Little Time
Introduction: Managing IT across public safety, utilities, or municipal departments often means juggling multiple vendors. One for connectivity. One for phones. One for hardware. Another for support. While this may seem normal, it’s a hidden drag on budgets, timelines, and service quality. The Problem: A recent survey by the National Association of State CIOs (NASCIO) […]
Stop the Revolving Door
Introduction: You’ve fought hard to get your IT project approved—navigated the RFP process, earned stakeholder buy-in, and selected your vendor. But once the contract is signed, everything slows down. Or worse, stops. The rep you worked with is gone. Support sends you to voicemail. And no one seems to know who’s responsible. Sound familiar? The […]
The True Cost of Overpaying for Connectivity
Introduction: Many public agencies are locked into outdated contracts or overpriced service plans. From fiber to fixed wireless, prices have dropped—but procurement hasn’t caught up. While commercial rates improve, agencies are often stuck paying legacy pricing that no longer reflects the actual value being delivered. The Problem: A report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office […]
Projects Delayed? Here’s How to Get IT Done
Introduction: From internal approvals to unclear vendor timelines, many government IT projects stall out before they start. That’s not just frustrating—it’s costly. Delays don’t just waste time; they erode public trust and hold up critical services your community depends on. The Problem: A 2022 report by the Center for Digital Government found that 62% of […]
