The Hidden Costs of "Good Enough" Permitting Software
“Good enough” permitting software often creates hidden costs after go-live. Learn how workarounds, lost time, and procurement decisions impact long-term performance.
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The Hidden Costs of "Good Enough" Permitting Software
“Good enough” permitting software often creates hidden costs after go-live. Learn how workarounds, lost time, and procurement decisions impact long-term performance.
What is changing in permit and web law?
Recent posts cover state and federal rules that set deadlines for local governments. Read each rule at its source.
- Florida HB 267 and SB 180
- Hard permit deadlines with real financial penalties. Read House Bill 267 on the Florida Senate site
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- Web and app accessibility for state and local governments. The deadline moved, but the requirement has not changed. Read the ADA.gov fact sheet on the web rule
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