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View in browser June 2025 Marketplace Newsletter  Powering Progress: Digital Shifts and Real-World Impact in Local Government   As cities invest in digital transformation, the challenges of managing sprawling software ecosystems and navigating complex procurement processes have never been more apparent. This month, we spotlight two timely trends shaping the public sector tech landscape—from the hidden costs of software sprawl to bold new efforts to simplify how governments buy technology.   We’re also excited to share big news from our team and our partners. Meet the newest members of the Marketplace.city crew, and see how SEPTA is using Clearbox Source to accelerate 18 innovation-driven transit projects. Scroll down to explore insights, stories, and strategies helping cities work smarter.   Trending Topics Explore our latest insights below Taming the Software Sprawl in Local Government Over the past month, the Marketplace.city team connected with public sector leaders at events across the country—from New York to Scottsdale to San Antonio. One trend came through loud and clear: local governments are managing hundreds (even thousands) of concurrently running software applications, often with limited staff and budget. With so many systems in play, cities face constant decisions around renewals, replacements, and RFPs. In our latest blog, we explore the hidden complexity behind city software portfolios—and how Marketplace.city helps governments bring clarity and strategy to their technology management.   Read the full blog to learn more   Cutting Through the Complexity of Government Tech Buying   In a recent blog post from GSA’s Lawrence Hale, a new federal initiative—“One Gov”—aims to streamline how software is purchased across government agencies. Chris Foreman, CEO of Marketplace.city, breaks down why this matters: for years, software vendors and government buyers have had to navigate a complex web of resellers, cooperative contracts, and middlemen—often adding significant cost and friction to the procurement process. The GSA’s shift toward engaging directly with technology OEM’s could mark a major turning point, opening the door to more innovation, cost transparency, and accessibility across all levels of government.   Read the full blog to learn more   Team Spotlight Welcoming our newest team members! We're excited to introduce the newest additions to our growing team this quarter! Please join us in welcoming Lauren Hughes and Carlos Rojas as Account Executives, James Broski as a Customer Success Associate, and Luis Pablo Lopez as a Software Engineer. Each of them brings unique skills, fresh perspectives, and great energy to the team—we're thrilled to have them on board!   Customer Highlight SEPTA has partnered with Marketplace.city on 18 diverse initiatives Powering Smarter Transit: How SEPTA Uses Clearbox Source to Accelerate Innovation   In less than a year, the Southeast Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA)—the nation’s sixth-largest transit agency—has partnered with Marketplace.city to transform how it evaluates and plans technology projects across departments. Leveraging the Clearbox Source platform, SEPTA has streamlined research, uncovered new vendors, and accelerated decision-making across 18 diverse initiatives ranging from EV charging infrastructure and ePaper bus stop displays to operator wellness and fatigue detection tools.   By centralizing vendor insights and surfacing real-world implementations from peer agencies, Marketplace.city has helped SEPTA teams cut weeks off traditional research cycles while expanding the scope of innovation. With limited internal resources and mounting modernization needs, SEPTA is now better equipped to deliver smart, efficient, and rider-focused solutions.   Read the full case study on our blog     Product Events Access the latest Market Landscapes 45 New Market Landscapes Added in 2025 (So Far!)   Curious about what technologies are gaining traction in local government? One way to gauge momentum is by tracking new Market Landscapes on Clearbox Source. These Landscapes offer a window into where public sector leaders are focusing their energy and budgets.   At the start of 2025, we had 251 Market Landscapes. As of now, that number has jumped to 296—a 45-report increase in just a few months. From AI-powered inspections to digital permitting platforms, these additions reflect the rapid pace of innovation and demand across government.   Here are some of the most viewed and downloaded Market Landscapes on Marketplace.city in the last month: AI Video Analytics: Solutions that create insights from your existing cameras eProcurement: Streamlining purchasing and increasing transparency. CAD/RMS: Modernize your public safety infrastructure Agenda Management: Using AI and emerging tools to better engage residents with public meetings FOIA Request Management: Automating and improving public records requests.  Want to see what’s trending? Explore the latest Market Landscapes—each with real-time updates and fresh insights.   Upcoming Events Find us at an event near you June 17-18 | CivStart State of GovTech | Arlington County, VA July 11-14 | NACo Annual Conference CIO | Philadelphia, PA July 27-30 | NIGP Annual Conference | Denver, CO If you have any questions or would like to learn more about Clearbox Source, don’t hesitate to reach out to he...@marketplace.city and a member of our team will connect with you. Was this newsletter forwarded? Sign up today! Think your peers could use this information? Forward it to a friend!   Or email us if you'd like to discuss more. Marketplace.city INC, 20 N Wacker Drive, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60606, United States, 312-600-0034 Manage preferences