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Jun 19, 2025 9:53:19 AM

Four New Ways Next-Gen Plan Review Accelerates Community Development

Across the globe, public agencies are feeling the pressure: Citizens want answers faster. Developers expect clarity and predictability. Communities...
Author: Becky Tamashasky

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Jun 10, 2025 12:51:28 PM

How to Utilize Government Services that Impact How Citizens View You

In today’s connected world, citizens are increasingly looking to their local government to provide seamless, digital services that match their...
Author: Jeremy Raulinaitis, CCO
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Jun 4, 2025 10:45:00 AM

Why Interoperability is Essential for Data-Driven Development Decisions

Creating seamless connectivity across their technology stack should be a top priority for local governments, if it’s not already. While best-in-class...
Author: Natasha Geldard, CMO
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May 29, 2025 10:06:48 AM

Building Future-Proof, Seamless Permitting Integration

Imagine a local government where plan review flows seamlessly with your permitting system, staff members have complete visibility across departments,...
Author: George Mastakas, CRO
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May 20, 2025 11:25:27 AM

GIS, AI and New Tech at the Government’s Leading Plan Review Conference

The industry-leading event for plan review professionals, Inspire 2025, brought together community development and asset management professionals to...
Author: Natasha Geldard, CMO
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May 16, 2025 10:51:30 AM

It’s Our People Who Make Us: Ensuring Community-Centric Customer Success

When McCoy Smith joined Avolve as Director of Customer Success in February 2024, it wasn't just a new job opportunity — it was a reunion with trusted...
Author: Natasha Geldard, CMO
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Apr 11, 2025 10:59:43 AM

Why the Applicant Experience Should Be Your Top Priority

There’s one consideration that our customers consistently rank high when it comes to evaluating an electronic plan review (ePlan review) solution —...
Author: Natasha Geldard, CMO
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Apr 3, 2025 10:10:23 AM

It’s Our People Who Make Us: Serving the Community Through Sales

When McKay Johnson came to Avolve Software in early 2024 as a Director of Sales, he brought with him a wealth of experience in software sales....
Author: Natasha Geldard, CMO
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Mar 25, 2025 2:16:08 PM

The Benefits of Cloud-Based Solutions for Government Organizations

As more agencies embrace digital transformation, cloud-based platforms, or SaaS solutions for electronic plan review are emerging as a critical point...
Author: George Mastakas, CRO
ePlan Customersuccess planreview
Mar 20, 2025 11:04:46 AM

Three Tips for Plan Review in 2025

Forward-facing community development departments across the country are transforming how they handle construction applications. From multi-use high...
Author: Jeremy Raulinaitis, CCO
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Mar 11, 2025 11:00:00 AM

It’s Our People Who Make Us: Corporate Consulting to a 15-year Journey with Gov Tech

When Tyson joined Avolve Software nearly 15 years ago, he couldn't have predicted the impact that decision would have on his career, or indeed his...
Author: Natasha Geldard, CMO
Avolve planreview digital government
Feb 28, 2025 10:22:12 AM

GovTech Top 100 Recognizes the Support for Communities

There are many metaphors that spring to mind when you think about recognition, acknowledgement, or success in your chosen field. Yet I question if...
Author: Natasha Geldard, CMO
ePlan planreview digital government
Feb 20, 2025 12:53:07 PM

Modernizing Government Development Plan Reviews

How Digital Tools Transform Project Management
Author: George Mastakas, CRO
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Feb 6, 2025 11:33:52 AM

[s]Cube Brings an Innovative Touch to Technology Solutions

We couldn’t do our best work here at Avolve without a network of invaluable strategic partners. In collaborating with innovative software and service...
Author: Avolve Software
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Jan 29, 2025 2:04:31 PM

Building Resilience for Uncertain Times with ePlan Review

As anyone who works in public service knows, today's local agencies are regularly forced to do more with less. Staff shortages, inefficient...
Author: Christine Brakefield, CBO
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Jan 24, 2025 10:29:53 AM

It’s Our People Who Make Us: Gregory Linkous

When Gregory Linkous joined Avolve as a systems engineer nearly two decades ago, he couldn't have anticipated the journey ahead. As one of the...
Author: Natasha Geldard, CMO
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Dec 17, 2024 10:45:00 AM

An Inspiring 2024

At this time of year, we think about family – and as I look back at 2024, a highlight for me was in April in sunny Fort Lauderdale, when our work...
Author: Lance Clark, CEO
ePlan planreview
Nov 19, 2024 1:29:48 PM

Eliminating Silos with Electronic Plan Review Software

In local government agencies, siloed information and disconnected departments create significant bottlenecks in the plan review process. When...
Author: Avolve Software
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Oct 22, 2024 9:07:00 AM

Avolve and True North Join Forces to Drive Innovation in Electronic Plan Review

From partnering with local agencies to make development services more efficient, to the strategic business relationships that we foster to serve...
Author: Avolve Software
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Oct 11, 2024 8:15:00 AM

Reach for New Heights with DigEplan Pro - A Professional Plan Review Tool

How can you motivate staff and satisfy applicants while simultaneously decreasing time-to-permit by 50%? DigEplan Pro is an electronic plan review...
Author: Avolve Software
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Oct 2, 2024 1:03:35 PM

The Impact of Electronic Plan Review on Modern Urban Planning

Urban planning shapes our cities, influencing everything from housing and businesses to the aesthetics of our communities. As cities evolve, planning...
Author: Avolve Software
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Sep 24, 2024 11:27:43 AM

How the Construction Sector and Governments Are Embracing Sustainability

In recent years, environmental awareness — no longer just a ‘nice to have’ — has become a cornerstone of community development goals. Local...
Author: Avolve Software
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Sep 5, 2024 12:41:15 PM

Electronic Plan Review Eliminates Errors and Streamlines Submissions

When it comes to community development services, the plan review process is a crucial step that often becomes a bottleneck. Traditional methods of...
Author: Avolve Software
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Aug 29, 2024 11:19:34 AM

Top Tech Trends Reshaping Local Government in 2024 and Beyond

While local governments haven’t always been at the forefront of technological adoption, that’s changing. In 2024 and beyond, local agencies have the...
Author: Avolve Software
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Aug 14, 2024 12:09:34 PM

Exploring Modern Technology Adoption in Government

Government agencies have long grappled with the challenges of integrating modern technology into their legacy operations. Despite the crucial role...
Author: Avolve Software
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Aug 7, 2024 9:44:15 AM

Tech Trends the Most Innovative Cities in America Are Embracing

Local jurisdictions across the country are leveraging technology to bring operations into the digital age, all the while improving the citizen...
Author: Avolve Software
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Jul 24, 2024 10:35:25 AM

It’s Our People Who Make Us: People-Centric Inside and Out

When Glenda Swindler joined Avolve Software six years ago as a Senior Project Manager, it wasn’t her first time working alongside the company. Prior...
Author: Avolve Software
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Jul 10, 2024 9:30:00 AM

Uncomplicated Digital Solutions for Modern Community Development

Be it two-day shipping, ordering groceries online, or accessing medical records through an online portal, we’re accustomed to transparent,...
Author: Avolve Software
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Jul 2, 2024 10:00:00 AM

How Avolve and TruePoint Solutions Unite to Drive Customer Success

It’s in part thanks to our strategic partnerships that Avolve has achieved its role as leader in the electronic plan review software market. By...
Author: Avolve Software
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Jun 27, 2024 1:59:41 PM

Navigate to Better Document Management in Accela

As a vibrant community jurisdiction, you manage a wide range of documents, from business licenses to building and planning permits. City and County...
Author: Avolve Software
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Jun 20, 2024 10:08:23 AM

Five Reasons Why Going Electronic Can Enhance Your Plan Review

Are you evaluating a digital plan review solution and questioning what the real benefits are? It may seem like a large investment and an even bigger...
Author: Avolve Software
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Jun 5, 2024 11:38:08 AM

It’s Our People Who Make Us: Driving Career Growth and Development

When Victor Garcia joined Avolve Software seven years ago as an installation engineer contractor, he’d never worked in GovTech before. While his...
Author: Avolve Software
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May 30, 2024 7:40:12 AM

Avolve and Woolpert's Collaborative Success

At Avolve, we understand that we’re stronger together. We leverage the power of collaboration to bring more effective products and service delivery...
Author: Avolve Software
ePlan Customersuccess user experience
May 20, 2024 10:52:16 AM

ePlan Empowers Remote Work and Transforms Government Efficiency

By digitizing and streamlining traditional paper-based permitting processes, electronic plan (ePlan) review not only enhances efficiency but also...
Author: Avolve Software
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May 13, 2024 1:09:51 PM

DigEplan: Collaborative ePlan Review Tool to Enhance Permit Workflows

Expedite your plan review processes with DigEplan.
Author: Avolve Software
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May 2, 2024 10:14:04 AM

Leveraging Technology to Revolutionize Affordable Housing Solutions

Municipalities nationwide grapple with a web of complex challenges in addressing the demand for affordable housing—ranging from outdated zoning...
Author: Avolve Software
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Apr 23, 2024 11:29:05 AM

Top Five Ways to Harness Technology-Focused Citizen Experience

How to utilize electronic plan review technology to create thriving communities built on citizen satisfaction
Author: Avolve Software
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Mar 28, 2024 3:33:32 AM

What is ePlan Review Software?

There’s an easier way, and it’s made possible with electronic plan review software. Electronic plan (ePlan) review software enables you to digitally...
Author: Avolve Software
Customersuccess user experience
Mar 21, 2024 10:14:00 AM

Avolve Navigate: Supporting Transparent Documentation Management

Avolve Navigate for Accela streamlines document management processes for users in the Accela back-office environment. It enhances productivity by...
Author: Avolve Software
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Feb 13, 2024 3:58:27 PM

It’s Our People Who Make Us: Inspiring Dedication and Determination

On the very front lines of supporting Avolve’s mission are a team of charismatic, knowledgeable, and tenacious Associate Account Executives. Always...
Author: Avolve Software
Avolve ePlan planreview
Jan 31, 2024 10:42:59 AM

New Canadian Regulations Tee-Up Demand for Electronic Plan Review

The Canadian housing market is experiencing a surge in demand alongside a housing shortage that has created the need for innovative solutions.
Author: Avolve Software
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Jan 24, 2024 8:17:24 AM

It’s Our People Who Make Us: A People-Centric Approach to Innovation

Behind GovTech’s boom over the last few years are the teams of developers building the products and solutions. When Stefan Bulzan, Head of...
Author: Avolve Software
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Jan 2, 2024 10:02:40 AM

Partner-Centric Success: We Couldn’t Do It Without Our Partners

There has been a significant evolution in the way government agencies approach permitting and plan review processes over the past decade. Since these...
Author: Avolve Software
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Dec 19, 2023 3:36:33 PM

Avolve in 2023 | Growth is not an Island

When you think of someone or a company being at the top, you often think of them being on the summit of a mountain, or the top of a podium above the...
Author: Lance Clark, CEO
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Dec 15, 2023 3:53:29 PM

Technology Aiding California Agencies Facing Increased Housing Legislation

2022 and 2023 have seen a variety of amendments to housing laws as additional legislative requirements have been placed on towns, cities, counties,...
Author: Avolve Software
Avolvefamily
Dec 7, 2023 3:16:15 PM

It's Our People Who Make Us with Regional Sales Director, Paul Gosselin

In the fast-growing landscape of government technology, where innovation meets bureaucracy, some individuals stand out as catalysts for change. When...
Author: Avolve Software
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Nov 16, 2023 10:56:50 AM

Bridging the Generational Divide in Citizen Experience

Time and time again we are told that the underlining reason for investing in ePlan software technology is improving the citizen experience. The...
Author: Avolve Software
ePlan planreview user experience
Sep 12, 2023 3:31:50 PM

Ensuring ePlan Review Security: Compliance with SOC 2 and Beyond

When it comes to city and citizen data, there’s no overemphasizing the need for robust and evidentially secured solutions. Jurisdictions need no-fail...
Author: Avolve Software
ePlan planreview user experience
Aug 30, 2023 10:07:38 AM

The Risk of Relying on Paper Plan Review

As a jurisdiction that continues to rely on paper plan review, you run the risk of losing one of your most crucial assets: workers.
Author: Avolve Software
Customersuccess Avolvefamily
May 4, 2023 12:45:00 PM

Avolve Inspire 2023

We are excited to be hosting our Inspire user conference at the San Diego Mission Bay Resort this year! Our first conference since our merger, we are...
Author: Avolve Software
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Feb 8, 2023 11:00:00 AM

Avolve in 2023 – Let’s Start As We Mean To Go On…

As we closed out 2022, I have been reflecting on the amazing journey that Avolve Software has been on this past year. We welcomed over 40 new...
Author: Avolve Software
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Feb 8, 2023 10:30:00 AM

Improving ePlan Efficiency to Manage Increasing Workloads

As local governments navigate the challenges of the current global climate, many are turning to innovative solutions to build resilience. Our...
Author: Avolve Software
Avolve ePlan
Nov 17, 2022 9:45:00 AM

Secure Protection from Within Your SaaS ePlan

Would you ask your receptionist to close that critical contract? Or ask your marketing manager to run the technical support desk? While both may...
Author: Avolve Software
planreview DigEplan
Nov 17, 2022 9:15:00 AM

DigEplan V6 Is Here!

Being a customer-centric company, we wanted to develop a better user experience by finding new, easier ways to interact within DigEplan. At Avolve,...
Author: Avolve Software
Avolve Customersuccess
Nov 16, 2022 10:30:00 AM

Q&A With Avolve's New Chief Experience Officer, Jeremy Raulinaitis

We are excited to welcome Jeremy Raulinaitis to the Avolve family as our new Chief Experience Officer. He has over 15 years of experience in the...
Author: Avolve Software
Customersuccess elearning
Nov 16, 2022 8:45:00 AM

Introducing: The Avolve Learning Center

To complement Avolve’s best-in-class in-person training offerings, we are thrilled to announce the launch of the Avolve Learning Center! The Learning...
Author: Avolve Software
Avolve
Sep 29, 2022 12:30:00 PM

Build a Jet While Flying: How Governments Can Successfully Implement New Technology While Using Legacy Processes

Digital transformation is now an imperative for the public sector. Local government must do more with less, so becoming more innovative is essential...
Author: Avolve Software
planreview user experience
Aug 26, 2022 11:15:00 PM

Enhancing Employee Satisfaction With User-Focused Solutions

UI & UX central to Avolve Software’s development
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