SimpliGov Blog
The SimpliGov blog is a source of relevant and useful information to help government accelerate the shift to workflow automation, online forms and integrated electronic signatures. You’ll find helpful tips, customer insights, fresh ideas, integration info and different digital options available to government at every level.
BlogThe Future of Digital Government: The Technology & Leadership Nexus
Gary Leikin, CEO speaks to the influx of tech-minded leadership and its implications on digital transformation in Government.
Blog2022 and the End to Partially Digitized Processes
Partially digital processes inspire frustration among citizens the world over.
BlogTargeting Real Resources at Closing the “Digital Divide”
The Digital Divide is an idea that’s gained serious steam in political discourse lately.
BlogNew Research Reveals the Changing State of Government Workflow Automation
Use cases and actionable insights are part of this practical guide to workflow automation for government.
BlogElectronic Signature for Government – It’s About the Workflow!
A government electronic signature solution must meet government's true needs – here's why it's best to adopt an e-signature platform purpose-built for them!
BlogSonoma County Digitizes Staff Development and Wellness Reimbursement Process
Employees Receive Checks in Days, Not Months, Thanks to Easy, Streamlined, and Error-Free Workflow.
BlogSimpliGov Customers Win Government Experience Awards for Exceptional Service Delivery
When our clients implement our integrated workflow automation, forms automation, and eSignature solution, they reduce errors, increase efficiencies, serve their constituents way more effectively, and…win awards!
BlogIt’s Not Too Late!
Distribute Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) Funds Quickly, Efficiently, and Accurately.
Blog4 Tips for Leveraging Emerging Technologies
Research and advisory firm the Center for Digital Government (CDG) is bullish on government’s digital transformation in the coming years
BlogLA City Planning Modernizes Development Application Process
Like many cities across the country, developers, homeowners, and citizens in Los Angeles looking to break ground on any project—a new daycare facility, a set of high-rise apartments, a house remodel, or anything in between—had to engage in a process that was paper-based and relied heavily on in-person interaction with city planners.
BlogWorkflow and eForm Automation Drive Gartner’s Top Government IT Trends
The highly influential analyst firm Gartner recently unveiled its top10 government technology trends in 2021 and beyond, and unsurprisingly to us.
BlogThe 3 Ways the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Can Accelerate Digital Transformation
Thanks to the American Rescue Plan (ARP) recently passed by Congress and signed into law by President Joe Biden on March 11, government CIOs have an unprecedented opportunity to advance government digital transformation.
BlogSimpliGov and the City of San Jose Shortlisted for the 2020 Financial Times Intelligent Business Award in the Public Sector
SimpliGov, a leading provider of cloud-based government workflow automation solutions, today announced that the Financial Times (FT) has shortlisted SimpliGov and the City of San Jose for the 2020 Financial Times Intelligent Business Award in the Public Sector.
BlogCoronavirus Relief Deadline Approaching: Time is Running Out on the CARES Act
The deadline for state and local government to incur expenses associated with the response to the COVID-19 pandemic is December 30, 2020, as designated under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
BlogSimpliGov Congratulates the California DMV for Winning Government Experience Award
The Center for Digital Government honors DMV for offering constituents a compelling digital user experience amid the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
BlogGovernment Workflow Automation to Accelerate in the State of Texas with Visionary Integration Professionals & SimpliGov
SimpliGov and VIP have teamed up to provide Texas agencies and departments with fast and easy access to workflow automation.
BlogFrom Years to Months to Days: The “New Government Normal” Powered by SimpliGov Workflow Automation and Online Forms
The COVID-19 pandemic has created a new reality accelerating digital transformation in government to levels deemed virtually “impossible” just a few months ago.
BlogLos Angeles Department of City Planning Automates Payment Process with SimpliGov Platform
SimpliGov, a California-based government workflow automation solutions provider, along with its implementation partner Novinzio, enabled this digital transformation.
BlogWhy State and Local Governments Need to Rethink Electronic Signatures to Adapt to Today’s New Normal
In government, the COVID-19 era will not only be remembered for shutdowns, social distancing, PPE and flattening the curve, but also for the acceleration of state and local government digital transformation.
BlogSimpliGov Steps Up to Help Government Address Coronavirus-related Impact on Workforce
SimpliGov steps up to help government address coronavirus-related impact, offering workflows at no cost during the COVID-19 crisis
Blog5 Things to Know about Government Process Automation
We are often asked the question: What are the most important things about government process automation? Why should a government agency automate processes?
BlogSimpliGov Integrates with Okta to Create New Possibilities for Government
SimpliGov agrees with Okta that a shared cloud infrastructure creates new possibilities for government.
Blog3 Ways State CIOs Can Get Quick Wins
Government CIOs can achieve results rapidly with government process automation, which increases constituent engagement.
BlogCongratulations to Carolyn Staats on Being Honored by IBM
Carolyn Staats of Sonoma County, CA, has been recognized by IBM as a woman pioneer in AI for business.
BlogHow Process Automation & Paper Co-Exist in the 2020 Census
They're both playing a big part in the 2020 U.S. Census as part of an overall strategy that may save billions.
BlogRevving Up “Red Folders” – Accelerating the Executive Document Review and Tracking Process
How can government workflow automation accelerate the "red folder" process? Here's a surprising list of the pain points the right platform can remedy.
BlogHow California is Forging a Digital Future with SimpliGov’s Solutions
The Secretary of State's CIO reveals how government forms and workflow automation are integral to public service success.
BlogTAP Takes a Victory Lap: A Founder’s Perspective
The ThinkSmart Automation Platform was awarded two prestigious awards by the Financial Times in its Intelligent Business competition.
BlogVIP: A Partner Poised for the Opportunities Ahead
With new investment from Morgan Stanley, Visionary Integration Professionals (VIP) is ready to take hold of profound opportunities.
Blog6 Ways Government Workflow Automation Streamlines Elections
More cities and states are turning to government workflow automation as a solution for streamlining the voting process this year.
BlogGovernment Forms Automation and Supporting the CA SoS
Government forms automation has been a big component in Sacramento's IT transformation, as a tech leader in the Secretary of State's office talks about its impact.
BlogCalifornia Modernizes a Tax Agency with Technology (Including SimpliGov)
The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) is adopting technologies like workflow automation and government forms automation to deliver better customer service.
BlogHow Workflow Automation Accelerates the LLC Process in California
California needed a government automation platform to power its new LLC application and review processes, as the state continued its juggernaut economic growth. Who'd they choose?
Blog4 Powerful Benefits of Paperless Processes
Government workflow automation can deliver powerful benefits, and eliminating paper-based processes is near the top of that list.
BlogCan Workflow Automation Temper the Government IT Exodus?
Workflow automation may help CIOs cope with the coming exit of a huge number of IT workers.
BlogHow Government Workflow Automation Helps the Human Factor
Government workflow automation can be the cornerstone helping to keep government IT evolution focused on human beings, not software and hardware.
BlogGovernment Automation, a New Company, and Simplifying the Future
Why did we launch SimpliGov? The name itself is a clue to our mission of providing a government automation platform for streamlining public service.
Blog5 Quick Hacks for Pre-Testing Your Workflow Design
Before User Experience Testing your workflow design, take advantage of these 5 hacks to make your job a lot easier!
BlogOur Latest Customer-Driven Product Updates
Every quarter, we deliver new features and product updates that are born from our commitment to our customers. TAP can move mountains because customers have told us what they need and want.
BlogWhy Government Workflow Automation is the Right Tech “Beyond the Beltway”
State and local governments need to modernize their operations but lack the deep pockets of the federal government. Here's how workflow automation can help them step up.
BlogThat Feeling When..? The Top 6 Mistakes to Avoid for a Workflow Designer
Our ThinkSmart Automation Platform (TAP) is intuitively easy to use, but there are still times when a novice user might stumble.
BlogLegal Workflow Automation Can Help Close the “Justice Gap”
See how one law school graduate is applying Thinksmart legal workflow automation in making legal services more affordable for more Americans.
BlogFinding Value: Why Governments Should Adopt Workflow Automation First
Discover the man reasons why government workflow automation is the logical, safest first step toward digital transformation of public services for most communities.
Blog10 Tips and Tricks For Showing Off Your Workflow Designer Skills
Want to amaze your colleagues with your workflow automation expertise? Here are 10 tips on using the ThinkSmart Automation Platform to do exactly that!
BlogLook Beyond Workflow Automation ROI – What’s the T2V?
How quickly will you see workflow automation ROI? Or other value from deploying WFA? That's a question that's crucial in making a platform adoption decision.
Blog7 Ways a Workflow Automation Solution Should Make Implementation Easy
Shopping for a workflow automation system? Here are 7 ways a good one will make implementation simple, fast, and profitable.
BlogHow Putting Customers First Drives Smarter Workflow Software Solutions
Truly useful solutions to workflow automation challenges rely on customer collaboration and empathy first, that only then drives innovation.
BlogWhy Your Workflow Automation Platform Shouldn’t Require Rip-and-Replace
When adopting workflow automation, your solution of choice shouldn't require ripping out and replace legacy systems.
Blog6 Key Steps to Implementing Government Workflow Automation
If you’re looking to implement government workflow automation – great! But before you make that move, follow these six key steps.
BlogWhy Legal Cannabis in California Demanded Government Automation
See why workflow automation was vital to helping California deal with the business needs around cannabis legalization.
BlogCA Makes It Easier to do Business (via SimpliGov Government Automation)
California has made a clear commitment to leveraging technology to make its many sprawling government operations more efficient.
BlogHow Multilingual E-Forms Empower the Constituent Journey
Embedding multilingual support in government forms delivers smarter, better public service in diverse communities. See how it's done!
BlogWe’re Proud to be Named a DTM Innovator in the Newest “Aragon Globe” Report
See why we've been named an innovation leader in DTM in the newest Aragon Globe for Digital Transaction Management report.
BlogHow Do You Ensure Government Automation Equals Acceleration?
Government automation hasn't always been painless or efficient, and its failures illustrate why today's SaaS solutions are on the rise.
BlogGet the Most Complete Guide to Workflow Automation Anywhere!
Get the definitive guide to workflow automation, and get expert, in-depth insight into how workflow automation can transform your enterprise.
BlogWhat are the “Top Digital Cities of 2017” – and Why?
Technology use in "smart cities" is a progressively popular topic. It seems the government is finally getting the memo to create technology infrastructure that keeps up with its citizens.
BlogWorkflow Automation Q&A #5: Key Considerations in Choosing an Automation Provider
In adopting workflow automation, what are key factors to consider in picking the right automation platform provider to suit your enterprise?
BlogCIOs and Digital Government: Why the Past is Frustrating the Future
All across the U.S., government CIOs are struggling to lay out a path to digital transformation. Learn why there's no silver bullet solution.
BlogOur Newest Features: Dillon Knowlton Explains Customer Collaboration
In developing new features for the ThinkSmart Automation Platform (TAP), our customers’ needs are always front and center in the minds of our product team.
BlogSimpliGov Adds Video Signature Confirmation to Workflow Automation
There’s no doubt that eSignature solutions have revolutionized the way enterprises manage contracts by eliminating the manual, paper-intensive workflows of yore, making the signature...
BlogWe Were In the News at CMSWire
We're followers of CMSWire, and we're surprised – and grateful – to see our name come up in a column by regular contributor Jeff...
BlogWorkflow Automation Q&A #4: What Does an Automated Workflow Look Like?
We’re back with another installment of “Workflow Automation Q&A.” We’re excited to bring you behind the scenes again to hear from one of our team...
BlogEducating Government: Reporting from the Digital Government Technology Conference
Last week, ThinkSmart's Troy Bare and Ben Bogin attended and exhibited at the 2017 Adobe Digital Government Technology Conference, put together by Adobe...
BlogSee You at the Digital Government Technology Conference!
f you're in Washington, D.C. tomorrow, November 15, maybe you're attending the 2017 Adobe Digital Government Technology Conference, put together by Adobe and our colleagues...
BlogDiscover How to Empower Government & Public Service with Workflow Automation
Workflow automation can deliver transformative effects for government and public sector organizations. But what, exactly, are those benefits of workflow software applications for government?
BlogAutomating Complex Problem Solving with Workflow Automation
Here's a question for you: how similar are the words automation and solution? Sure, they're both related to ThinkSmart, but how similar are they in...
BlogCatch Troy Bare’s Guest Post at Carahsoft Techsetter
Recently, Troy Bare was invited to share his insights for a guest column in Techsetter, Carahsoft's very wide-ranging blogzine. So now we're...
BlogJust Keeping Up Means You’re Falling Behind
If you're a CIO or CTO who's decided to push your government operations or business resolutely forward, to embrace workflow automation and DTM and leave...
BlogWorkflow Automation Q&A #3: How Long Does It Take to Build a Workflow?
We’re back with another installment of “Workflow Automation Q&A.” We’re excited to bring you behind-the-scenes again to talk with one of our team members...
BlogHow Workflow Automation For Government Creates Happier Communities
How Workflow Automation For Government Creates Happier Communities Workflow automation can work wonders for government operations and the public servants who...
BlogHow Workflow Automation Brings Joy Back to Government Work
How Workflow Automation Brings Joy Back to Government Work The next time you visit the local DMV or County Clerk’s office...
BlogDefining Workflow Automation: What It Is, and Where It’s Going
Workflow automation is a grand leap forward in terms of its potential to make the “digital transformation” of the workplace into a vibrant reality.
BlogHow Does SimpliGov Work With Customers? It’s Up to You!
When I’m working with new customers to onboard them, something that always comes up is, “How do you work with us once we become...
Blog7 Factors Driving Government Workflow Automation
It didn’t exactly come on all of a sudden. It just seems that way.There’s a recent, growing upswell of chatter about workflow automation as...
BlogWhy Is Blockchain Vital to the Future of Workflow Automation?
We've just announced the launch of a new product, BlockAudit, the first in a suite of blockchain-based solutions for workflow automation. It's a product that's...
BlogAnnouncing a First: Blockchain Comes To Workflow Automation
For enterprises concerned about security, encryption and data protection, blockchain has been held up as the eventual solution to every challenge from medical recordkeeping to identity management...
BlogLearn the Benefits and Best Practices Around Adopting Government Workflow Automation
Workflow automation is a solution that's being adopted by more and more government departments and agencies, but picking the right tool for your needs...
BlogFive Times Faster! How Workflow Automation Accelerates a California Agency
Government agencies are turning to workflow automation as a way to drive greater efficiency and service, as we've noted. One of people leading that charge...
BlogWorkflow Automation for Government: What’s the Path to Success?
According to Gartner, almost half of all large enterprises will have a hybrid Cloud of some type in place by the end of 2017, and...
BlogIn Enhancing Workflow Automation, Customer Feedback Drives Features
With the deployment of our latest production release, TAP customers now have an expanded set of powerful tools and functionality at their disposal they can...
BlogSonoma County and SimpliGov Overhaul Government Form Processes
The public sector is faced with modernizing systems and processes to increase efficiencies and better serve constituents. It’s a monumental task, coupled with a variety...
BlogSimpliGov’s Top 5 Insider Tips for a Successful Automation Project
ThinkSmart's Top 5 Insider Tips for a Successful Automation Project By Dani Dayan, Head of Account Management A new automation project...
BlogWant Nine Billion Reasons for Government Workflow Automation?
Want nine billion reasons to automate government workflows? By Troy Bare, VP Sales How much time and frustration could workflow automation save us at...
Blog5 Big Benefits of Workflow Automation for Government
5 Big Benefits of Workflow Automation for Government By Troy Bare, VP Sales Why adopt workflow automation solutions for government processes? The knee-jerk response...
BlogReporting from the Forefront of Automation
Reporting from the Forefront of Automation By Ben Bogin, Head of Solutions There are times it seems like an entire cottage industry has ...
BlogFor Workflow Automation, Let the Facts Guide Adoption
For workflow automation, let the facts guide adoption By Kelli Negro, Head of Marketing Much as some vendors might like having a new customer...
BlogCLOC Windup: How the Usual Suspects are Becoming Save-the-Day Heroes
CLOC Windup: How the Usual Suspects are becoming Save-the-Day Heroes By Paul Hirner, CEO Let’s use some dirty words. Two of them, to be...
BlogParallel Yeah! Multi-pathway Workflows and the Parallel Tool
Parallel Yeah! Multi-pathway Workflows and the Parallel Tool By Brian Wardell At ThinkSmart, we’re very interested in making the complicated simple. We know that...
