Springbrook Software has once again been recognized as a top innovator in government technology. For the fifth consecutive year, we have secured a coveted spot on the GovTech 100—a prestigious list of companies reshaping how government agencies operate and engage with their communities. This honor is a testament to our unwavering commitment to empowering local governments with cutting-edge, cloud-based solutions that drive efficiency, security, and innovation.
As the creators of Cirrus, the only fully integrated, native cloud ERP designed exclusively for local governments, Springbrook has set the standard for leading-edge, secure, and scalable solutions. Our finance, payroll, utility billing, human resources, advanced budgeting, and online payment solutions enable municipalities to operate with the same speed and sophistication as the private sector—meeting the ever-growing demands of modern governance with efficiency and transparency.
Springbrook’s recognition by GovTech comes at a time when digital transformation is no longer optional but essential. With 98% of citizens demanding improved government digital experiences, as revealed by the National Citizen Expectations Survey, Springbrook is answering the call. We are delivering future-ready, cloud-first technology that modernizes operations, enhances service delivery, and ensures local governments can meet the expectations of the communities they serve.
Recognizing the Top Innovators in Government Technology
The GovTech 100 is an annual, highly respected list published by Government Technology that highlights 100 pioneering companies making a transformative impact on state and local government operations across the United States. These companies specialize in delivering innovative technology solutions tailored to the unique needs of public agencies, driving efficiency, security, and modernization in the government sector.
Government technology (gov tech) plays a crucial role in helping public agencies fulfill their mission-critical responsibilities with greater precision and effectiveness. The GovTech 100 list, now in its 10th year, continues to highlight the explosive growth of this sector and the companies leading the charge in public-sector innovation. The 2025 edition marks a milestone anniversary, underscoring the vital role these solutions play in modernizing infrastructure, enhancing service delivery, and improving citizen engagement.
“For the last decade, the GovTech 100 has been a cornerstone for curating companies focused on state and local government as their primary customer,” said e.Republic President Dustin Haisler. “It has become a platform for validating the incredible innovation in this market – from early-stage startups to publicly traded enterprises. With the rise of exponential technologies and evolving behaviors, the market activity, in many ways, feels like it’s just heating up.”
The GovTech 100 list is curated by experts both within and outside of e.Republic, the parent company of Government Technology. A working group of industry specialists, including the GovTech Biz editorial team, investors, former government officials, and data partners, collaborates each year to identify the most forward-thinking companies in the field.
This rigorous selection process ensures that the GovTech 100 recognizes companies making a tangible impact on government operations. Through automation and streamlined workflows, they reduce administrative burdens, allowing agencies to focus on strategic initiatives. Their digital platforms increase transparency, fostering public trust and accountability. By delivering intuitive, user-friendly solutions, they improve citizen interactions with government services. Additionally, automated compliance tools help agencies navigate evolving regulations while minimizing risks. With cloud-based technology, AI, and data analytics, these innovators empower governments to be more efficient, responsive —fundamentally reshaping the future of public sector technology.
Mergers, Acquisitions, and the Push for Unified Gov Tech Solutions
Since its inception, the GovTech 100 list has evolved alongside the rapidly shifting landscape of public sector technology. The 2025 edition highlights a growing trend of consolidation, as larger firms merge with startups and niche innovators to offer more integrated and comprehensive solutions, significantly reshaping the industry. GovTech 100 companies alone completed 258 acquisitions by 2025—a clear indicator that gov tech continues to be seen as a financial stronghold against economic downturns.
For state and local governments, this shift means access to end-to-end platforms that streamline operations, improve efficiency, and reduce complexity in vendor management. As governments demand seamless, cloud-based solutions, this movement toward unified technology ecosystems ensures that agencies can modernize without juggling fragmented systems, simplifying implementation, integration, and long-term maintenance.
A sole-provider approach minimizes vendor conflicts, reduces API integration challenges, and ensures seamless system upgrades and interoperability. As Glendale, Ariz., Police Chief Chris Briggs put it, “If I upgrade, I don’t have to worry about upgrading a whole bunch of APIs, and I have no worries about vendors not working together.” A smart transcription service from Motorola, one of Briggs’ preferred vendors for his department’s real-time crime center, recently enabled the quick capture of a murder suspect, demonstrating how integrated technology solutions can not only enhance operational efficiency, but along with it, public safety as well.
However, achieving this level of integration and efficiency requires strategic decision-making and long-term commitment from both technology providers and government leaders. As technology vendors grow through acquisitions and integrations, maintaining strong customer relationships and service continuity becomes essential. A successful vendor doesn’t just introduce new features—it ensures that its existing customers are well-supported throughout the transition. This means equipping sales and customer service teams with the knowledge they need to guide clients, ensuring they fully understand the expanded product offerings.
For Mississippi CIO Craig Orgeron, the surge in gov tech mergers and acquisitions presents both challenges and opportunities. The expansion of vendor portfolios offers governments access to broader, more advanced capabilities, but it also requires careful system integration and stability management. “In practice, we must balance taking advantage of these broadened capabilities while ensuring our systems remain stable and interoperable,” Orgeron told Government Technology. As vendors move into new verticals and customer segments, agencies must assess whether these additions enhance operations or create integration hurdles.
This dynamic environment demands a strategic approach to technology adoption. Orgeron emphasizes the importance of due diligence, weighing long-term value, and adapting deployment strategies to align with evolving vendor portfolios. Many agencies are finding that working with a single, well-regarded vendor can simplify procurement, contracting, and management, provided that service and support remain cohesive.
According to Will Weatherford, a former politician and now managing partner at Florida-based private equity firm Weatherford Capital, this shift is a sign of an industry reaching maturity. “The market is just maturing, and when you have a more mature market, then capital is coming into it,” he explains. One of the key drivers of this transformation is the push toward cloud adoption, with an estimated only 20% of gov tech products currently operating in the cloud. As cloud adoption expands, it will fuel further acquisitions, product innovation, and system integrations, creating more comprehensive, seamless solutions for government agencies.
A Decade of Change: How Gov Tech Has Evolved Since 2015
When the first GovTech 100 list was published in 2015, the government technology landscape looked vastly different. While large, established vendors dominated the space, a small but growing ecosystem of startups began introducing fresh ideas and modern digital solutions. These newcomers challenged legacy systems, pushing governments to rethink how they approached technology, service delivery, and digital transformation.
One of the most significant shifts over the past decade has been the move to the cloud. In 2015, cloud adoption was still a cautious conversation—governments questioned how much data could be moved, how fast, and whether cloud solutions were secure enough for public-sector operations. However, startups and major tech players steadily paved the way, winning contracts and proving the cloud’s reliability. The FedRAMP program, launched in 2011, helped streamline cloud security approvals, making it easier for state and local governments to adopt cloud-based solutions. By 2020, StateRAMP and similar initiatives further accelerated this shift, establishing cloud computing as the gold standard for modern government IT.
As confidence in gov tech grew, so did investment. Government leaders recognized the value of emerging technologies, and financial backing followed. With more private capital flowing into the market, startups gained momentum, creating a more competitive and innovative ecosystem.
While cloud adoption and digital transformation were steadily progressing, COVID-19 acted as an accelerant, forcing governments to adopt modern technology at unprecedented speed. Agencies raced to digitize services, automate processes, and expand broadband and network infrastructure to meet the demands of remote work and digital citizen services. Funding surged, and public-sector leaders became more engaged in IT decision-making than ever before.
What started as a gradual modernization effort a decade ago has now become a full-scale transformation, with GovTech 100 companies leading the charge. From startups disrupting legacy systems to cloud computing becoming the standard, the evolution of government technology over the past 10 years has been nothing short of extraordinary—and it shows no signs of slowing down.
The ongoing collaboration between technology companies and government agencies is shaping a future where public-sector operations are more efficient, transparent, and citizen-focused. As digital transformation accelerates, local governments are embracing cloud-first, integrated solutions that streamline operations, enhance security, and improve service delivery.
The 2025 GovTech 100 list not only recognizes the industry’s top innovators but also highlights the critical role of technology in modern governance. With increased investment, consolidation, and cloud adoption, the gov tech sector is evolving faster than ever—helping agencies move beyond legacy systems and into a new era of seamless digital services.
At Springbrook Software, we are proud to be at the forefront of this transformation. Our Cirrus platform, built specifically for local governments, ensures agencies can adapt, innovate, and meet the expectations of their communities. As we continue to lead in cloud-based ERP solutions, we remain committed to empowering public agencies with the tools they need to thrive in a rapidly changing digital landscape.