Avoid Software Trouble. Save Millions.

In this episode of Voices in Local Government, Joe Supervielle speaks with data scientist, Raman Shah. Shah explains what data is (or isn't) and what to do with it. The conversation then moves to how local governments can best avoid software trouble and save millions.

Episode 61 of the Voices in Local Government podcast, hosted by Joe Supervielle, Raman Shah, titled "Avoid Software Trouble. Save Millions." was published on June 24, 2025 and runs 34 minutes.

June 24, 2025 ·34m · Voices in Local Government

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In this episode of Voices in Local Government, Joe Supervielle speaks with data scientist, Raman Shah. Shah explains what data is (or isn't) and what to do with it. The conversation then moves to how local governments can best avoid software trouble and save millions.

Episode Description

Key Takeaways for local government's data and software:

Be intentional during idea stage with disciplined winnowing.
The difference between a platform and a tool - and what will best serve your needs.
Sunk cost fallacy and resisting the urge to double down.

Featured Guest:

Raman Shah – Owner, Raman Shah Data Science

Connect with Raman on LinkedIn

Voices in Local Government Podcast Hosts

Joe Supervielle and Angelica Wedell

Resources

Learn more from Raman in his three-part blog series, Software Trouble.

ICMA Annual Conference, October 25-29 in Tampa.

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