E5: Exploring Opportunities in Local Governments in Gov Tech Today

Hosts Russell Lowery and Jennifer Saha discuss the vast potential in local government spending, particularly in regards to technology. Jennifer showcases her research into local governments' technology budgets, emphasizing their often overlooked opportunities. The hosts also highlight some unexpected innovation in small cities or counties, and discuss the growth potential in the State & Local Government (SLED) market. They also briefly touch upon Jennifer's services, which aim to facilitate businesses to understand and access these opportunities. 00:06 Introduction to GovTech Today00:15 Broadening the Idea of GovTech00:40 Exploring Local Governments01:35 The Potential of Local Governments02:11 Innovation in Local Governments03:04 Local Governments as Policy Experiment Areas03:20 The Rinse and Repeat Model in Local Governments03:47 The Importance of Public Sector References04:07 The Spending Power of Local Governments04:43 The 10 Percent Rule in Government Technology05:55 Understanding City Councils and City Managers07:50 The Importance of Doing Your Homework12:39 The Growth of IT Spending in Local and State Governments15:01 Understanding the Services of GovTech Companies17:07 Conclusion: The Scope of Opportunity in Local Governments