Market Mapping
Cutting Red Tape: The New Era of Digital Permitting and Licensing
Explore Platia’s latest Market Map featuring six leading permitting and licensing platforms — including Archistar, Clariti, Cloudpermit, and GovPilot — helping local governments reduce paperwork, speed up approvals, and improve transparency in community development.
Every city knows the pain of outdated permitting systems — stacks of paper applications, endless email threads, and approval timelines that stretch for weeks. These manual processes slow development, frustrate staff, and leave residents in the dark about where their projects stand.
A new generation of digital permitting and licensing platforms is changing that. These tools bring applications, inspections, and approvals into one connected system — reducing backlogs, improving accuracy, and saving time for both government staff and applicants.
The Permitting & Licensing Landscape
In this week’s Market Map, we highlight six platforms helping local governments modernize their community development processes:
- Archistar - AI-powered site intelligence and 3D modeling to simplify planning and compliance early in the development process.
- Clariti - Cloud-based permitting and licensing software built for complex government workflows, ensuring compliance and visibility across departments.
- Cloudpermit - An end-to-end solution for planning, permitting, and inspections, trusted by local governments across North America.
- GovPilot - A unified platform helping cities digitize everything from building permits to code enforcement and service requests.
- GovWell - Streamlines internal workflows for mid-sized governments, improving collaboration and reducing turnaround times.
- Polimorphic Workflows - Flexible automation built to manage service requests, permits, and licensing across multiple departments.
How Governments Are Using These Tools
Cities are replacing manual processes with connected digital systems that reduce bottlenecks and increase transparency. Staff gain real-time insight into application progress, while applicants can track approvals online without endless phone calls or office visits.
For development teams, the shift to digital means faster permits and fewer delays — a crucial step in addressing housing, infrastructure, and economic growth priorities. For staff, it means less time on repetitive tasks and more focus on serving their communities.
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