https://averoadvisors.com/insights.html Independent thinking on government technology: ERP selection, AI readiness, procurement, and modernization. Vendor-neutral by design. en-us Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT av@averoadvisors.com (Abhijit Verekar) © 2026 Avèro Advisors https://averoadvisors.com/insights/we-took-our-own-advice-and-built-the-software/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/we-took-our-own-advice-and-built-the-software/ Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT Digital Transformation Avèro faced its own build-buy-or-renew decision and built IRMA. What taking our own advice taught us about modernizing what you already own. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/going-to-market-is-a-decision-not-a-diagnostic/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/going-to-market-is-a-decision-not-a-diagnostic/ Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT ERP & Selection Going to market is the most expensive way to find out whether you need a new ERP. Three questions that settle replace-or-optimize before you write an RFP. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/why-we-built-caliber-instead-of-another-spreadsheet/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/why-we-built-caliber-instead-of-another-spreadsheet/ Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT ERP & Selection Why Avèro built Caliber: government ERP evaluation as durable, traceable software instead of a scoring spreadsheet that dies when the project ends. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/start-at-zero-the-best-erp-decision-ignores-the-system-you-have/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/start-at-zero-the-best-erp-decision-ignores-the-system-you-have/ Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT ERP & Selection Why the best government ERP decision starts by ignoring the system you have: how zero-based requirements keep you from buying the same thing twice. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/inclusive-color-palettes-for-government-websites/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/inclusive-color-palettes-for-government-websites/ Thu, 31 Jul 2025 09:00:00 GMT Community & Infrastructure How to design inclusive, accessible color palettes for government websites, meeting WCAG contrast standards so every citizen can use public services. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/modernizing-local-governments-leadership-alignment/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/modernizing-local-governments-leadership-alignment/ Tue, 29 Apr 2025 09:00:00 GMT ERP & Selection How leadership alignment drives government modernization, and why executive buy-in, not software, decides whether public-sector ERP projects succeed. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/driving-innovation-modernization-in-local-governments/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/driving-innovation-modernization-in-local-governments/ Mon, 21 Apr 2025 09:00:00 GMT Leadership & Strategy How local governments drive innovation and modernization by aligning leadership, process, and technology to deliver better public services. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/ai-in-local-governments/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/ai-in-local-governments/ Mon, 14 Apr 2025 09:00:00 GMT AI & Automation How AI is reshaping local government, from citizen services to smarter decisions and cost savings, and how agencies can adopt it responsibly. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/what-its-like-partnering-with-us-ai-adoption-to-erp-costs/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/what-its-like-partnering-with-us-ai-adoption-to-erp-costs/ Sun, 06 Apr 2025 09:00:00 GMT AI & Automation What it's like to partner with Avèro Advisors, from AI adoption to ERP costs: how independent, vendor-neutral advisory works for a government agency. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/public-sector-it-cutting-costs-and-modernizing-effectively/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/public-sector-it-cutting-costs-and-modernizing-effectively/ Fri, 28 Mar 2025 09:00:00 GMT Digital Transformation How public-sector IT can cut costs and modernize effectively: practical strategy to upgrade aging government systems without the chaos. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/ai-governance-in-government-trust-requires-transparency/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/ai-governance-in-government-trust-requires-transparency/ Fri, 28 Mar 2025 09:00:00 GMT AI & Automation AI governance in government starts with transparency. How public agencies adopt AI responsibly through disclosure, data privacy, and vendor accountability. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/why-public-sector-erp-training-fails-and-how-to-fix-it/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/why-public-sector-erp-training-fails-and-how-to-fix-it/ Fri, 14 Mar 2025 09:00:00 GMT ERP & Selection Why public-sector ERP training fails, and how to fix it: the training mistakes that sink government ERP go-lives, and a better approach to user adoption. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/legacy-system-security-risks-a-growing-cybersecurity-crisis/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/legacy-system-security-risks-a-growing-cybersecurity-crisis/ Fri, 07 Mar 2025 09:00:00 GMT Cybersecurity Legacy system security risks are a growing cybersecurity crisis for government: why unsupported software endangers public agencies, and what to do about it. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/5-steps-to-address-erp-resistance-in-government-organizations/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/5-steps-to-address-erp-resistance-in-government-organizations/ Fri, 21 Feb 2025 09:00:00 GMT ERP & Selection Five practical steps to overcome staff resistance to a new ERP in government, from early involvement to training, so public-sector rollouts actually stick. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/ai-in-local-government-stargate-initiative/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/ai-in-local-government-stargate-initiative/ Sat, 15 Feb 2025 09:00:00 GMT AI & Automation What the $500B Stargate Initiative means for local governments: the AI infrastructure, opportunities, and risks public-sector leaders should prepare for now. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/6-digital-transformation-mistakes-to-avoid/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/6-digital-transformation-mistakes-to-avoid/ Thu, 30 Jan 2025 09:00:00 GMT Leadership & Strategy Six digital transformation mistakes public agencies make most often, from skipping discovery to underestimating change management, and how to avoid each. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/overcoming-government-workflow-automation-challenges/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/overcoming-government-workflow-automation-challenges/ Wed, 22 Jan 2025 09:00:00 GMT Digital Transformation How to overcome government workflow automation challenges, from legacy systems to siloed data and change resistance, to streamline public-sector operations. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/rfp-masterclass-for-public-sector-success/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/rfp-masterclass-for-public-sector-success/ Tue, 14 Jan 2025 09:00:00 GMT ERP & Selection An RFP masterclass for public-sector success: how to write a government technology RFP that attracts strong bids and leads to the right vendor. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/scaling-ai-in-public-sector-decision-making/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/scaling-ai-in-public-sector-decision-making/ Thu, 09 Jan 2025 09:00:00 GMT AI & Automation Explore how public sector agencies can effectively scale AI to enhance decision-making and improve citizen services amidst existing challenges. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/government-agencies-cant-afford-to-ignore-digital-transformation/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/government-agencies-cant-afford-to-ignore-digital-transformation/ Wed, 08 Jan 2025 09:00:00 GMT Digital Transformation Why government agencies can no longer ignore digital transformation: rising expectations, aging systems, and the cost of standing still in the public sector. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/ai-risk-frameworks-for-public-sector-leaders/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/ai-risk-frameworks-for-public-sector-leaders/ Thu, 02 Jan 2025 09:00:00 GMT AI & Automation Public sector leaders must navigate AI innovation while managing risks like bias, security, and public trust using structured frameworks. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/ai-in-public-sector-planning-key-trends/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/ai-in-public-sector-planning-key-trends/ Thu, 02 Jan 2025 09:00:00 GMT AI & Automation Explore how AI is reshaping public sector planning, enhancing decision-making, and addressing challenges for smarter communities. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/erp-optimization-checklist-for-public-sector-leaders/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/erp-optimization-checklist-for-public-sector-leaders/ Wed, 01 Jan 2025 09:00:00 GMT ERP & Selection Optimize your ERP system to enhance efficiency and reduce costs in the public sector. Learn key strategies and best practices for success. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/ai-risk-assessment-tools-for-public-sector/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/ai-risk-assessment-tools-for-public-sector/ Wed, 01 Jan 2025 09:00:00 GMT AI & Automation Explore essential AI risk assessment tools for the public sector to ensure safety, compliance, and effective integration. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/6-steps-to-successful-change-management-in-government-it/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/6-steps-to-successful-change-management-in-government-it/ Wed, 01 Jan 2025 09:00:00 GMT Leadership & Strategy Learn effective strategies for managing IT change in government, from leadership support to continuous improvement, ensuring successful modernization. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/smart-cities-checklist-10-essential-technology-requirements/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/smart-cities-checklist-10-essential-technology-requirements/ Tue, 31 Dec 2024 09:00:00 GMT ERP & Selection Explore the essential technology requirements for transforming urban environments into efficient, sustainable smart cities. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/public-safety-technology-top-8-trends-for-2025/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/public-safety-technology-top-8-trends-for-2025/ Tue, 31 Dec 2024 09:00:00 GMT Community & Infrastructure Explore how technologies like AI, IoT, and analytics are revolutionizing public safety by enhancing emergency response and community trust. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/common-digital-transformation-questions-in-public-housing/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/common-digital-transformation-questions-in-public-housing/ Tue, 31 Dec 2024 09:00:00 GMT Community & Infrastructure Explore how digital transformation can enhance public housing operations through modernization, improved services, and stakeholder engagement. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/public-sector-master-data-benefits-and-best-practices/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/public-sector-master-data-benefits-and-best-practices/ Mon, 30 Dec 2024 09:00:00 GMT Community & Infrastructure Explore how Master Data Management enhances public sector efficiency, improves citizen services, and supports data-driven decision-making. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/how-to-implement-master-data-management-in-public-sector/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/how-to-implement-master-data-management-in-public-sector/ Mon, 30 Dec 2024 09:00:00 GMT Public Sector Tech Learn how to effectively implement Master Data Management in the public sector to enhance decision-making and improve service delivery. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/going-digital-in-the-public-sector/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/going-digital-in-the-public-sector/ Mon, 30 Dec 2024 09:00:00 GMT Public Sector Tech Why It’s Time for Government Agencies to Go Digital Going […]. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/cloud-vs-on-premise-choosing-the-right-solution-for-government/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/cloud-vs-on-premise-choosing-the-right-solution-for-government/ Mon, 30 Dec 2024 09:00:00 GMT Cybersecurity Government agencies face crucial decisions between cloud and on-premise solutions, balancing control, cost, and security needs. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/ultimate-guide-to-erp-post-implementation-success/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/ultimate-guide-to-erp-post-implementation-success/ Sat, 28 Dec 2024 09:00:00 GMT ERP & Selection Learn essential strategies for post-implementation success of ERP systems in government agencies, focusing on user engagement and data management. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/driving-innovation-and-modernization-in-local-government/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/driving-innovation-and-modernization-in-local-government/ Fri, 06 Dec 2024 09:00:00 GMT Digital Transformation Innovation, Collaboration, and Modernization in Local Government This time of […]. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/ai-in-government/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/ai-in-government/ Thu, 21 Nov 2024 09:00:00 GMT Digital Transformation A Guide for Modern Governments 2025 isn’t just another year—it’s […]. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/public-sector-tips-to-avoid-project-pitfalls/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/public-sector-tips-to-avoid-project-pitfalls/ Mon, 11 Nov 2024 09:00:00 GMT Digital Transformation Avoiding Problems in Public Sector Digital Transformation Projects Digital transformations […]. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/ai-in-local-government/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/ai-in-local-government/ Mon, 28 Oct 2024 09:00:00 GMT AI & Automation The Evolving Role of AI in Local Government: Opportunities and […]. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/the-human-side-of-ai-fairness-bias-and-decision-making/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/the-human-side-of-ai-fairness-bias-and-decision-making/ Mon, 23 Sep 2024 09:00:00 GMT Public Sector Tech by Klay Brooks Human beings and our institutions are collectively interacting with artificially intelligent systems every day. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/hibachi-chefs-project-managers-change-management-part-2/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/hibachi-chefs-project-managers-change-management-part-2/ Thu, 05 Sep 2024 09:00:00 GMT Leadership & Strategy What hibachi chefs teach project managers about change management: keeping government technology projects moving without dropping a plate. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/hibachi-chef-and-project-manager/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/hibachi-chef-and-project-manager/ Wed, 21 Aug 2024 09:00:00 GMT Public Sector Tech What a hibachi chef teaches project managers about multitasking, a memorable take on juggling priorities in government technology projects. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/building-trust-in-government-with-erp-systems/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/building-trust-in-government-with-erp-systems/ Fri, 09 Aug 2024 09:00:00 GMT ERP & Selection How a modern ERP builds public trust in government: transparent finances, faster services, and accountable operations across the public sector. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/local-government-technology-is-stepping-up-for-the-2024-olympics/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/local-government-technology-is-stepping-up-for-the-2024-olympics/ Fri, 26 Jul 2024 09:00:00 GMT Cybersecurity How local government technology stepped up for the 2024 Olympics: the public-sector systems behind security, transit, and crowd operations at scale. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/the-evolution-of-it-professional-from-basement-to-business/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/the-evolution-of-it-professional-from-basement-to-business/ Fri, 19 Jul 2024 09:00:00 GMT Leadership & Strategy How the IT professional evolved from the basement to the boardroom, and why technology leadership now drives strategy in government and the public sector. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/celebrating-independence-and-technology-in-local-government/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/celebrating-independence-and-technology-in-local-government/ Wed, 03 Jul 2024 09:00:00 GMT ERP & Selection How independence and the right technology strengthen local government, and why vendor-neutral advice keeps public-sector IT decisions in the public interest. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/top-10-lessons-from-gfoa-2024-future-of-government-technology/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/top-10-lessons-from-gfoa-2024-future-of-government-technology/ Mon, 01 Jul 2024 09:00:00 GMT ERP & Selection Top 10 lessons from GFOA 2024 on the future of government technology: AI, ERP modernization, and finance trends shaping the public sector. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/enhancing-emergency-response-what-are-rescue-management-systems/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/enhancing-emergency-response-what-are-rescue-management-systems/ Mon, 01 Jul 2024 09:00:00 GMT Community & Infrastructure What are rescue management systems? How emergency response technology helps public agencies coordinate faster, safer incident response and save lives. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/empowering-governments-understanding-govtech/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/empowering-governments-understanding-govtech/ Thu, 06 Jun 2024 09:00:00 GMT Community & Infrastructure What is GovTech? A plain-language guide to government technology and how it helps agencies modernize services, operations, and citizen engagement. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/avero-celebrates-8-years-in-business/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/avero-celebrates-8-years-in-business/ Sat, 23 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Public Sector Tech We’re excited for the opportunities and challenges ahead as we celebrate this milestone. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/transformation-through-technology-reaching-operational-sufficiency-by-leveraging-tech/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/transformation-through-technology-reaching-operational-sufficiency-by-leveraging-tech/ Tue, 12 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Digital Transformation How government reaches operational sufficiency through technology, using the right systems to do more with less across public-sector operations. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/the-evolving-role-of-city-managers-navigating-innovation-in-local-government/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/the-evolving-role-of-city-managers-navigating-innovation-in-local-government/ Tue, 12 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Leadership & Strategy The evolving role of the city manager: how public-sector leaders navigate innovation, technology, and change in modern local government. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/seeing-through-the-noise-of-government-it/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/seeing-through-the-noise-of-government-it/ Tue, 12 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Digital Transformation How to cut through the noise of government IT: a clear framework for public-sector leaders to prioritize what actually moves modernization forward. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/7-steps-to-success-with-electronic-document-management/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/7-steps-to-success-with-electronic-document-management/ Tue, 12 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Digital Transformation Seven steps to a successful electronic document management rollout in government, from records policy to search and retention, for a paperless public agency. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/strategic-innovation-in-city-management-with-clay-pearson/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/strategic-innovation-in-city-management-with-clay-pearson/ Fri, 08 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Leadership & Strategy Strategic city management during rapid growth: Clay Pearson on staying innovative while scaling public services in Pearland, Texas. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/providing-a-higher-level-of-service-through-innovation-with-bob-wilson/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/providing-a-higher-level-of-service-through-innovation-with-bob-wilson/ Fri, 08 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Public Sector Tech Smart cities: Bob Wilson on providing a higher level of public service through innovation, data, and connected technology in local government. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/leveraging-technology-to-enhance-communities-with-theogene-melancon/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/leveraging-technology-to-enhance-communities-with-theogene-melancon/ Fri, 08 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Digital Transformation How technology enhances communities like Dayton, Texas: Theogene Melancon on modernizing services and connectivity in local government. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/leveraging-internet-of-things-in-the-public-sector-with-nicole-raimundo/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/leveraging-internet-of-things-in-the-public-sector-with-nicole-raimundo/ Fri, 08 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Community & Infrastructure CIO Nicole Raimundo on leveraging the Internet of Things in the public sector: connected infrastructure and smarter services in local government. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/leading-major-city-modernization-efforts-in-the-midst-of-a-pandemic-with-john-juech/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/leading-major-city-modernization-efforts-in-the-midst-of-a-pandemic-with-john-juech/ Fri, 08 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Digital Transformation Leading major city modernization during a pandemic: John Juech on keeping public services running and technology moving under pressure. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/intelligent-pavement-management-with-james-golden/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/intelligent-pavement-management-with-james-golden/ Fri, 08 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Community & Infrastructure What is pavement management? James Golden on maximizing tax dollars on the road with data-driven road maintenance for local governments. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/innovation-through-document-management/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/innovation-through-document-management/ Fri, 08 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Leadership & Strategy Leadership in government IT: how public-sector technology leaders navigate innovation, document management, and modernization without losing the basics. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/how-to-become-covid-resilient-through-shovel-ready-projects-defining-the-basics-utilizing-cares/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/how-to-become-covid-resilient-through-shovel-ready-projects-defining-the-basics-utilizing-cares/ Fri, 08 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Community & Infrastructure How local governments become COVID-resilient with shovel-ready projects: defining the basics and using CARES Act funding effectively. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/building-a-smart-city-how-technology-can-be-leveraged-in-public-service/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/building-a-smart-city-how-technology-can-be-leveraged-in-public-service/ Fri, 08 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Community & Infrastructure What makes a smart city? How local governments leverage IoT, data, and connected technology to deliver better public services and quality of life. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/why-government-organizations-need-to-modernize-their-erp-systems/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/why-government-organizations-need-to-modernize-their-erp-systems/ Thu, 07 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Cybersecurity Why government organizations need to modernize aging ERP systems: the cost, security, and service risks of legacy platforms, and the case for change. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/public-housing-authorities-systems-challenges-that-get-in-the-way-of-efficiency/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/public-housing-authorities-systems-challenges-that-get-in-the-way-of-efficiency/ Thu, 07 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Community & Infrastructure The systems challenges that hold public housing authorities back, and how the right technology removes barriers to efficiency and better resident service. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/how-to-build-covid-resilience-in-your-municipal-organization/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/how-to-build-covid-resilience-in-your-municipal-organization/ Thu, 07 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Community & Infrastructure How to build COVID resilience in your municipal organization: continuity, remote services, and technology strategy for local government. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/how-knoxville-is-leveraging-innovative-technology-in-the-public-housing-sector/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/how-knoxville-is-leveraging-innovative-technology-in-the-public-housing-sector/ Thu, 07 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Community & Infrastructure How Knoxville uses innovative technology in public housing, modernizing operations and improving resident services across the public sector. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/how-do-we-make-internet-access-more-equitable/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/how-do-we-make-internet-access-more-equitable/ Thu, 07 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Community & Infrastructure How can we make internet access more equitable? What local governments can do to close the digital divide and expand affordable broadband. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/how-blount-county-tn-quickly-implemented-a-virtual-circuit-court-system-during-covid-19/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/how-blount-county-tn-quickly-implemented-a-virtual-circuit-court-system-during-covid-19/ Thu, 07 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Community & Infrastructure How Blount County, TN stood up a virtual circuit court system during COVID-19, a rapid public-sector technology response case study. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/how-blount-county-tn-is-making-internet-access-more-affordable/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/how-blount-county-tn-is-making-internet-access-more-affordable/ Thu, 07 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Community & Infrastructure How Blount County, TN made internet access more affordable: a local-government broadband case study in closing the digital divide. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/going-away-for-the-holidays-6-quick-it-tips-before-you-take-off/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/going-away-for-the-holidays-6-quick-it-tips-before-you-take-off/ Thu, 07 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Cybersecurity Six quick IT tips for government offices before the holidays, covering backups, security, and access, to keep public-sector systems safe while staff are away. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/from-t1-to-fiber-optic-innovation-for-the-community-with-greg-mcclain/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/from-t1-to-fiber-optic-innovation-for-the-community-with-greg-mcclain/ Thu, 07 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Community & Infrastructure How city managers bring innovation to their communities: Greg McClain on broadband, from T1 to fiber optic, and modernizing public services. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/effective-leadership-being-brilliant-at-the-basics-with-kimberly-bailey/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/effective-leadership-being-brilliant-at-the-basics-with-kimberly-bailey/ Thu, 07 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Leadership & Strategy The future of the government CIO role, with Kimberly Bailey: why being brilliant at the basics, reliability and service, still wins in public-sector IT. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/design-thinking-and-business-process-redesign-in-enterprise-it/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/design-thinking-and-business-process-redesign-in-enterprise-it/ Thu, 07 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT ERP & Selection How design thinking and business process redesign improve enterprise IT in government, putting user needs ahead of legacy workflows in the public sector. https://averoadvisors.com/insights/cybersecurity-and-enterprise-risk-for-executives-with-robert-kornvich/ https://averoadvisors.com/insights/cybersecurity-and-enterprise-risk-for-executives-with-robert-kornvich/ Thu, 07 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT Cybersecurity An executive's guide to 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