EY State and Local Center for Government Modernization

Government leaders are navigating real change — modernizing systems, strengthening operations and making government work better, day by day, for the people who rely on it. We understand that modernization looks different in every agency — but the questions are often the same. How do we move forward without disrupting what’s working? How do we make smart technology decisions? How do we build organizations that can keep up with change?

The EY State and Local Center for Government Modernization (the Center) is a place for public leaders to explore what’s working, what’s changing and what comes next.

By bringing together strategy, operations and digital capabilities, the Center shares practical insights grounded in real government experience. It’s designed to support thoughtful decisions, steady progress and organizations that can adapt over time.

Here you’ll find honest perspectives, myth‑vs.‑fact insights, concise resources, real case stories and voices from leaders actively modernizing government today.