Avero GovTech Insights
Welcome to Avero GovTech Insights, your go-to podcast for the latest trends, insights, and innovations in government technology. Each episode brings you expert analysis and discussions on a wide range of topics, from data analytics to digital transformation and public sector ERP systems.
Join us as we explore the technologies shaping the future of public services and discover how you can leverage them to drive efficiency, transparency, and better outcomes for your community.
Episodes
58 episodes
AI Dominance & the Future of GovTech: What Leaders Need to Know
In this episode of Avero GovTech Insights, we explore what true AI leadership looks like in a rapidly changing landscape.AV sits down with tech strategist and Microsoft leader Muddu Sudhakar to discuss the accelerating pace of A...
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AI in Government: Maturity, Risk & the Road Ahead
Governments across the globe are racing to adopt AI—but are they truly ready? In this episode of the GovTech Podcast, Avero CEO Abhijit Verekar (AV) unpacks the critical factors agencies must consider before implementing AI tools. From defining...
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AI Policy & Smart Cities: What Government Leaders Need to Know
In this GovTech Pod episode, Abhijit Verekar breaks down the latest federal policy updates on AI and what they mean for government agencies. From national security to smart cities, he explores how federal investments, public-private partnership...
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The Timeline Myth: What Really Delays Public Sector Tech Projects
Everyone wants to move faster—but at what cost? In this episode, Robert Kornovich and Megan Seaton of Avero Advisors break down the real reasons digital transformation projects get delayed. From underestimating change management to ove...
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Outrunning Extinction: Why ERP Success Depends on Your Strategy, Not Just Software
In this episode of the GovTech Podcast, Avero’s Robert Kornovich joins the conversation to unpack one of the biggest pitfalls in government modernization: treating ERP projects like simple tech upgrades. Spoiler: they’re not.From misunde...
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Modernizing Government with AI: Transparency, Strategy & the Human Factor
In this episode of GovTech, the Avero team dives into the fast-evolving world of artificial intelligence and what it means for local government leaders. From vendor demos to compliance mandates like the Financial Data Transparency Act,...
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Tech Evolved, People First: Why AI Won’t Replace Great Consulting
In this episode of GovTech Insights, the Avero team dives deep into the future of public sector consulting. As AI tools grow more powerful, government leaders are asking: what role do consultants play now?The answer? More than e...
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ERP Implementation Nightmares: Real Confessions & Hard Lessons
From missed reports to misaligned expectations—ERP implementation can go off the rails fast. In this episode of the GovTech Pod, Avero Advisors dives into real confessions from public-sector leaders who’ve lived through the chaos.We talk...
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ERP Confessions: Lessons from the Booth at GFOA 2025
What happens when public finance professionals get honest about their ERP experiences? At GFOA 2025, the Avero Advisors team set up a "confessional wall" at their booth—and the stories poured in.In this episode, AV, Megan, Robert, and Da...
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AI in Local Government: How to Serve the Public Better
What if AI wasn’t about replacing people—but helping governments finally do the things they’ve always wanted to do, but never had the capacity for?In this episode of GovTech Pod, we sit down with a PhD in machine ethics turned c...
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Beyond Efficiency: Rethinking Government’s Role in the Age of AI
In this thought-provoking episode of the GovTech Pod, Avero CEO Abhijit Verekar explores a question we don’t ask often enough: What is government really for—and how should AI change the answer?From traffic systems and housing to...
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ERP Isn’t Just Tech—It’s People, Process, and Planning
ERP modernization in the public sector isn’t just about software—it’s a full-scale transformation that touches every part of your organization. In this GovTech Pod episode, Avero CEO Abhijit Verekar (AV) breaks down the real-world lessons agenc...
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What the UK’s £144M ERP Transformation Can Teach U.S. Government Leaders
What happens when one of the world’s largest ERP transformations is put under a public sector microscope?In this GovTech Pod episode, Avero CEO Abhijit Verekar unpacks the United Kingdom’s £144M Workday initiative—an ambitious modernizat...
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Flight Plan for ERP: What Aviation Teaches Us About Go-Live Success
What do ERP implementations and aviation have in common? More than you might think.In this episode of GovTech Insights, Avero CEO Abhijit Verekar is joined by ERP consultant (and licensed pilot) Isaac West to unpack how lessons ...
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ERP Implementation: Negotiating Contracts & Avoiding Project Failures
Too many government tech projects go sideways because agencies forget one essential truth: you’re allowed to push back. In this episode, Avero CEO Abhijit Verekar (AV) gets real about what it takes to lead a successful ERP or digital transforma...
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ERP Implementation: CFO, HR Roles and Avoiding Project Pitfalls
ERP projects in government are rarely just about systems—they’re about people. In this episode, Avero CEO Abhijit Verekar breaks down the unseen challenges that derail transformations, from vague reporting goals to unclear ownership and interna...
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Vendor Relationships: Building Trust and Long-Term Value
🎙️ Featuring: Robert Kornovich & Megan Seaton | Avero AdvisorsToo often, government agencies are handed a polished pitch—but what they need is a real partner.In this candid conversation, Avero VP of Client Success Robert Kor...
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Digital Transformation_ People, Culture, and ERP Success
🎙️ Featuring: Billie Norton, Senior Project Manager at Avero AdvisorsWhen we talk about transformation in government, too often the conversation starts with technology. But in reality? These are people projects.In this episode, ...
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How to Overcome Resistance to Change in Government Digital Transformation
🎙️ Featuring: Billy & Megan from Avero AdvisorsResistance to change isn’t a surprise—it’s a given. But if you’re leading a digital transformation in your agency and wondering why teams are hesitant, quiet, or checked out… this episo...
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Revamping Nevada: Inside the CoreNV ERP Modernization Project
In this episode, we dive into Nevada's ambitious CoreNV project, a state-wide initiative to modernize the ERP system for improved government operations. Learn how the state is working with CGI to upgrade their financial and HR systems and explo...
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AI First: Building Smarter Platforms for the Future
AI isn’t a flash in the pan — it’s reshaping everything from how we bank to how governments operate. In this episode, we break down how an "AI-first" strategy is transforming product suites, speeding up development, and giving customers real re...
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How OpenGov Is Powering Local Government
One in three Americans interacts with their local government through OpenGov—and that number is growing. In this episode, we unpack how OpenGov’s expansive ERP suite is transforming everything from budgeting and procurement to permitting and ut...
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Defining Success in the Public Sector: Vision, Trust, and Real Impact
In this episode, we dive into how public sector agencies can redefine success in a world where transparency and trust are non-negotiable. Robert shares real-world stories from local government and breaks down how aligning projects with governin...
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Digital Transformation Are About The People, Not The Software
In this episode of Avero’s GovTech Insights, we cut through the tech buzz and focus on what really drives digital transformation in government: people. Join us for real talk on change management, culture shifts, and why the best solutions start...
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What Do GovTech Leaders Really Want in a Software Vendor?
In this episode, we dive into the real reason clients say yes—and it’s not just the presentation. It’s the people. We explore how being human, showing up authentically, and fostering real in-person connections can make or break a vendor relatio...
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