Tyler Tech Podcast from Tyler Technologies

In this episode of the Tyler Tech Podcast, John Smail, U.S. federal security and compliance lead at Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Clay Thomas, vice president of cloud strategy at Tyler Technologies, explore the differences between FedRAMP and GovRAMP and why the distinction matters for government organizations evaluating cloud solutions. Recorded live at Tyler Connect 2026 in Las Vegas, the conversation breaks down the purpose of each framework, who they serve, and how they relate to broader cloud security and compliance efforts.

John and Clay discuss common misconceptions surrounding cloud compliance, including why FedRAMP and GovRAMP are often treated as interchangeable despite serving different levels of government and addressing different requirements. They also examine the relationship between compliance and cybersecurity, highlighting why compliance frameworks should be viewed as tools for providing assurance rather than direct measures of security.

The episode concludes with practical guidance for government IT, security, and procurement leaders. From evaluating risk and data sensitivity to balancing compliance requirements with cost, innovation, and operational goals, John and Clay emphasize the importance of aligning cloud decisions with an organization’s specific needs rather than defaulting to the most stringent compliance standard.

This episode also highlights an upcoming webinar on cloud strategy in government, featuring research-backed insights and real-world public sector experiences.

Learn more and register now: Why Private Sector Cloud Falls Short: Discover Cloud Purpose-Built for the Mission of Government

This episode also highlights emerging strategies for building efficiency in the public sector, with insights into how agencies are using technology and process improvements to do more with existing resources.

Download: How Governments Build Efficiency at Scale

And learn more about the topics discussed in this episode with these resources:

Download: AI for Impact: Proven Results for Government

Download: State CIO 2026 Priorities Playbook

Download: Industry Insight: AWS GovCloud (US) vs. AWS Standard (US)

Download: Modern Governments Live in the Cloud

Download: Building a Resilient Government

Watch: Peoria County Securely Shares Data Across Agencies

Read: Boosting Resilience: Cloud Solutions for Modern Government

Read: Modernize in the Cloud for Innovation and Resilience

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In this Tyler Tech Podcast episode, Morgan Jines, vice president of payments at Tyler Technologies, and Thomas Yarbrough, manager of payment operations, discuss how public sector organizations are modernizing payment experiences to better serve residents while improving operational efficiency. Recorded live at Tyler Connect 2026 in Las Vegas, the conversation explores the evolving landscape of digital payments, and the practical steps agencies can take to increase adoption.

Morgan and Thomas discuss common barriers to digital payment adoption, including resident awareness, longstanding habits, and varying levels of comfort with technology. They share strategies for reaching residents through multiple touchpoints, promoting self-service options such as autopay and e-billing, and creating payment experiences that are simple, secure, and convenient.

The episode also examines the operational benefits of payment modernization, including reduced manual processing, streamlined reconciliation, lower service shutoff rates, and more predictable revenue collection. The discussion highlights the value of unified payment platforms that provide a consistent experience across departments while strengthening security and simplifying account management.

Looking ahead, Morgan and Thomas explore emerging payment trends, evolving compliance requirements, and growing demand for digital wallet and mobile payment options. Throughout the conversation, they emphasize that successful payment modernization is not just about technology — it’s about improving the experience for both residents and agency staff through greater accessibility, flexibility, and efficiency.

This episode also highlights City Hall Selfie Day, an annual initiative celebrating public service and civic pride. The campaign encourages local governments and community members to showcase the places and people behind public service, helping build awareness, engagement, and appreciation for the work happening across cities, counties, and agencies.

Download: AI for Impact: Proven Results for Government

Download: How to Create a Unified Digital Payment Experience

Download: White Paper: Procuring a Modern Payments Platform

Watch: Payment Solutions Built for Government, Trusted by Residents

Watch: Unlocking Payment Efficiency

Read: Best Practices for Implementing a Unified Payment Solution

Read: Increase Community Resilience With Modern Payment Systems

Read: What Are the Benefits of an Integrated Payments Solution?

Read: Transforming Government Payments Through a Unified Platform

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In this Tyler Tech Podcast episode, recorded live at Tyler Connect 2026 in Las Vegas, Chris Fabian (Tyler Technologies), Nick Mastronardi (Polco), and Liz Stewart (Envisio) explore how local governments are rethinking budgeting in a time of fiscal pressure, rising expectations, and rapid technological change. Drawing on insights from workshops and readiness assessments conducted with public sector organizations, the conversation highlights how leaders are moving beyond traditional budgeting processes toward more outcomes-driven, data-informed decision making.

At the center of this shift is a broader industry focus on rethinking budgeting, shaped in part through ongoing collaboration with the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). Working together, these organizations have contributed to frameworks and tools that help governments better align resources with community priorities, incorporate data and resident input, and improve transparency. One example is the jointly developed readiness assessment, which enables organizations to benchmark their current budgeting practices, identify strengths and gaps, and establish a clearer path forward.

From practical frameworks like priority-based budgeting to emerging AI-enabled tools, the episode highlights how governments can reduce complexity, accelerate analysis, and spend more time focusing on strategic decisions rather than manual processes. The guests also emphasize the importance of starting with structure — using assessments to establish a baseline, build cross-departmental alignment, and prioritize where to take action first.

This episode also highlights City Hall Selfie Day, an annual initiative celebrating public service and civic pride. The campaign encourages local governments and community members to showcase the places and people behind public service, helping build awareness, engagement, and appreciation for the work happening across cities, counties, and agencies.

Download: AI for Impact: Proven Results for Government

Watch: How to Transform Budgeting Processes for Uncertain Times

Watch: A Transformative Partnership for Priority-Based Budgeting

Read: Tyler, Envisio, Polco: Transformative Budgeting Partnership

Read: How Rethinking Budgeting Builds Trust, Agility, and Results

Read: When Budget Pressure Forces Leaders to Change Tactics

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In this Tyler Tech Podcast episode, John Matelski, CIO at the National Association of Counties (NACo), shares a national perspective on how counties are navigating increasing complexity while becoming more strategic in their approach to technology. Recorded live at Tyler Connect 2026 in Las Vegas, the conversation highlights how counties of all sizes are shifting from isolated, reactive efforts to more coordinated, enterprise-wide initiatives.

Like many local governments, counties are facing a convergence of pressures, including workforce challenges, cybersecurity risks, and rising expectations for more seamless digital services. Talent shortages, aging workforces, and legacy systems continue to create barriers, while limited resources make prioritization a constant challenge. These dynamics are pushing leaders to be more deliberate about how they plan, invest in, and execute modernization efforts.

Throughout the discussion, John emphasizes the value of NACo’s national network in helping counties navigate these challenges. By connecting leaders across more than 3,000 counties, NACo enables peer-to-peer learning grounded in real-world experience. These insights help organizations avoid common pitfalls, move beyond theory, and accelerate more confident, informed decision-making.

The conversation also explores key technology trends shaping county strategies today, including cloud adoption, cybersecurity, data governance, and the growing interest in AI. John underscores the importance of strong data foundations and clear use cases, noting that successful modernization efforts require a focus on outcomes — not just technology itself.

This episode also highlights the 2026 State CIO Priorities Playbook, designed to help government leaders turn strategy into action. The playbook provides practical insights, real-world examples, and actionable guidance across top priorities like AI, cybersecurity, modernization, accessibility, and digital services.

2026 State CIO Priorities Playbook: From Planning to Execution: Turning Priorities Into Progress

And learn more about the topics discussed in this episode with these resources:

Explore: NACO’s Directory of Programs & Resources

Download: AI for Impact: Proven Results for Government

Download: Modern Governments Live in the Cloud

Download: Building a Resilient Government

Read: Modernizing County Tech: Trends, Tools, and Talent

Read: ERP Partnership That Deliver Results

Read: How Digital Services Shape Public Trust in Local Government

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In this Tyler Tech Podcast episode, Mike Cook, IT director for the city of Redondo Beach, California, shares how his organization is approaching modernization as a foundational shift from aging infrastructure and manual processes to a more stable, automated, and scalable environment. Recorded live at Tyler Connect 2026 in Las Vegas, the conversation highlights Redondo Beach’s journey from legacy, on-premises ERP systems to a modern cloud solution, earning the city a Tyler Excellence Award along the way.

Like many local governments, Redondo Beach was operating with a highly constrained IT team, aging servers, and outdated software across its technology stack. Frequent downtime, mounting cybersecurity risks, and resource limitations made it increasingly difficult to maintain core systems, let alone improve them. Moving to the cloud helped stabilize the environment, reduce operational risk, and eliminate much of the ongoing maintenance burden that had previously consumed the team’s time.

With that foundation in place, the city has shifted its focus to modernizing long-standing workflows that remained largely unchanged for nearly two decades. From manual invoice processing and paper-based approvals to broader document digitization efforts, Redondo Beach is now working to streamline operations, introduce automation, and prepare for emerging AI capabilities in a more intentional and strategic way. Throughout the conversation, Mike offers a pragmatic perspective on modernization — emphasizing the importance of aligning technology decisions with business needs, taking a phased approach, and building toward long-term transformation without losing sight of day-to-day service delivery.

This episode also highlights the 2026 State CIO Priorities Playbook, designed to help government leaders turn strategy into action. The playbook provides practical insights, real-world examples, and actionable guidance across top priorities like AI, cybersecurity, modernization, accessibility, and digital services.

2026 State CIO Priorities Playbook: From Planning to Execution: Turning Priorities Into Progress

And learn more about the topics discussed in this episode with these resources:

Download: NASCIO 2026 State CIO Top 10 Priorities

Download: AI for Impact: Proven Results for Government

Download: Modern Governments Live in the Cloud

Download:Building a Resilient Government

Watch:What Our Clients Are Saying About PACE

Read:ERP Partnership That Deliver Results

Read:How Digital Services Shape Public Trust in Local Government

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