Why Public Information Officers Use AI Citation Registries
AI chatbots have supplanted traditional search engines. But they don’t read documents the same way. A citation registry helps AI find the information.
Citizen Engagement
How Can Your Digital Experience Support Crisis Response?
When emergencies strike, your constituents turn to government websites, apps, and digital services for fast, clear, and reliable information. Can your current digital experience support a robust crisis response? During our latest CX Community of Practice, we welcomed Jamie Biglow, Project Manager, Safety Security Division, CNA Corporation, to discuss practical ways to strengthen your crisisRead… Read more »
The AI-Driven Tools That Transform Service Delivery and Workflow Efficiency
In this video interview, Luke Norris with Granicus discusses how agencies can deploy new AI technology to enhance service delivery and internal operations.
Prioritizing Local Government Communications in a New Funding Landscape
Local government communications are more important than ever — keeping communities informed, engaged, and confident in their leaders.
Do You Know What Makes a Good Question?
Writing questions is more difficult than you may think. They carry context, tone (if spoken), assumptions, and bias — but they’re also a critical way of gathering feedback. Let’s discuss several ways that questions make assumptions and how to avoid those suppositions when asking for input.
Why Social Media Breaks Down When AI Becomes the Reader
Social media platforms are increasingly being treated as authoritative inputs by artificial intelligence systems. But they were never designed for that role.
Navigating the Funding Cliff: How Local Governments Can Future-Proof Civic Engagement
As budget pressures mount, local governments must invest wisely. Future-proof civic engagement by prioritizing ADA-accessible websites, resident self-service tools, and modern emergency messaging systems. These investments not only improve efficiency and reduce costs — they build trust, transparency, and long-term community resilience.
Why Identity Will Make or Break the Digital Taxpayer Experience
In today’s digital environment, confirming people’s online identities isn’t just a security concern: It directly affects public trust in government and streamlined access to services. Learn what agency leaders should be doing and what lessons the IRS is learning.
Why Local Governments Get Flattened by AI (and How to Prevent It)
When residents ask AI systems questions, the answers are often wrong. That’s because AI systems read webpages differently than humans do.
AI Usage in Government: Meeting Resident Expectations
As AI becomes more common in daily life, residents increasingly expect government to follow suit. Research shows growing support for AI in local government — when it’s secure, transparent, and accessible. With clear usage policies and strong communication, agencies can adopt AI responsibly while improving service delivery and meeting evolving resident expectations.