Government Series

Executive Summary Funding models are core policy and governance decisions that must be clearly defined before issuing an RFP. Government‑funded models offer predictability and strong public control but may limit speed and flexibility Industry‑funded models enable faster deployment but require robust governance and careful political management. Hybrid models balance public oversight with financial sustainability and…

Executive Summary Architecture choice is the most decisive step in a strong RFP, and getting it right before issuance is one of the most effective ways to reduce risk and maximize long‑term impact. Physical, digital, and phygital models deliver fundamentally different results in deterrence, intelligence, enforcement, and public trust. Phygital architectures combine the strengths of…

Executive Summary Before drafting an RFP, governments must define the program architecture. Architecture decisions shape sovereignty, interoperability, enforcement capability, and citizen trust for years to come. Three strategic principles shape every effective system: Sovereignty: Government must retain full control of all data, access, and continuity. Interoperability: Agencies should operate from one shared source of truth. Phygital…

Executive Summary Why acting before the RFP is essential Most revenue protection programs fail before the RFP is issued. Early action ensures governments define the right problem, align the right stakeholders, and set a defensible mandate. Without this foundation, even strong solutions can underperform or fail. The four national risks government can’t ignore …

Why Many Revenue Protection Programs Fail Before They Begin - And What Governments Can Do Differently Drawing on more than 20 years of collaboration with Ministries of Finance, Customs administrations, Central Banks, national security printers, and enforcement agencies worldwide, we’ve learned that every government faces the same strategic challenge: how to protect citizens and secure…