This IDC InfoBrief explores how U.S. state and local governments can enhance financial agility by adopting cloud-based systems. It highlights challenges like siloed data, outdated workflows, and compliance burdens. Using survey data and a Sarasota case study, it showcases benefits of cloud platforms—especially in grants management—such as automation, AI-driven insights, and better transparency. It advises incremental modernization with strong change management to maximize productivity and service delivery.

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