Maeve Kneafsey talks with Damien McCallion, Deputy CEO and CTO of the HSE, about what digital transformation really takes — in the middle of complexity, crisis, and culture. From checklists to cloud systems, and from relationship-building to region-wide reform, this is a masterclass for anyone trying to lead change in the public sector.

Whether you're in housing, justice, education or health — this one will land.

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In this episode of Transform Gov, Maeve Kneafsey speaks with Alan Browne, CEO and co-founder of Soarvo, about how their cloud-based geospatial AI platform is helping governments and local authorities turn complex drone, laser, and video data into fast, accurate infrastructure decisions. Alan shares a game-changing case study with National Highways UK, where Soarvo’s AI and augmented reality platform replaced manual road inspections, saving £17 million in one year.

You’ll learn:

• How AI and drone footage can spot road damage before the human eye can
• Why user-friendly tools (not engineers-only systems) are the future of geospatial data
• How local authorities can roll out AI pilots for under €10K
• Why Soarvo is built to be used by road crews, not just data scientists

This is practical, affordable digital transformation in action — and it's already reshaping how infrastructure is managed across the UK and Ireland.

#TransformGov #AIinGovernment #SmartInfrastructure #GeospatialAI #DigitalGovernment #Soarvo #PublicSectorInnovation #LocalGovTech #AugmentedReality #DroneMapping #SpotifyPodcasts #ApplePodcasts #ChatGPT #RoadMaintenanceAI #NationalHighwaysUK

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In this episode of Transform Gov, host Maeve Kneafsey sits down with Dr. Robert Ross, Senior Lecturer at Technological University Dublin and lead researcher with the ADAPT Centre, to explore how public bodies can embrace generative AI — safely, strategically, and with purpose.

Robert shares the inside story of the GenAI Lab, a groundbreaking partnership between ADAPT and Dublin City Council, designed to give public sector teams a trusted, low-risk space to experiment with emerging technologies. From rethinking procurement to triaging planning applications, they discuss real examples of GenAI being tested for the public good.

You’ll hear:

• Why a “lab model” helps public bodies move faster without taking big risks
• What makes a partnership with researchers work
• The surprising power of small startups in big transformation projects
• How GenAI can improve policy checks, automate translation, and save staff time
• Practical steps for any organisation — no matter how small — to get started

Whether you're just GenAI-curious or leading innovation in your department, this episode is packed with takeaways you won’t want to miss.

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Wendy Walsh, Accenture Ireland’s Talent and Organisation Lead, returns for Part 2 on Transform Gov to explore the evolving relationship between people and AI in the public sector. From onboarding bots to research agents and Copilot-enabled teamwork, this episode is packed with practical insights for future-ready leaders.

You’ll hear:

• How GenAI and agentic AI are transforming frontline public sector work
• What fusion skills are—and why they matter
• Real examples of how digital assistants are improving staff experience

Tune in and share this episode with colleagues.

Public sector, AI, agentic AI, GenAI, digital transformation, change management, Accenture, Copilot, government technology, employee experience

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Wendy Walsh, Accenture Ireland, shares practical insights on where public sector transformation efforts stumble—and how to turn things around

What you’ll learn:

- How to make it work

- Essential trust and transparency 

- Influencers and change champions as a secret weapon

Listen now and subscribe for future Transform Gov episodes www.digitalgovawards.com

Public sector, digital transformation, GenAI, change management, Accenture, leadership, hyperpersonalisation, AI workforce, government innovation

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Discover how governments globally are leveraging Generative AI to dramatically enhance citizen services, streamline complex processes, and upgrade legacy IT systems. Bryan Rich, Accenture's Global AI Leader for Public Sector, Defense, and Health, reveals real-world examples and the strategic thinking needed for successful AI integration.

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On Episode 27 of the TransformGov podcast, John Barron, CIO of Revenue, gives exclusive insights about the digital-first future of Ireland’s tax administration including, importantly, a total revolution regarding VAT. 

The Revenue Commissioners are also going ‘all in’ on AI-driven services to streamline public interactions.  During COVID the team learnt alot about agility—responding to issues in days.  

John outlines the biggest digital changes to tax compliance coming our way.

Essential listening for those in digital transformation, government IT, finance, or policy and, of course, the entire tax industry.  

With thanks to Accenture

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How does Ireland’s tax system stay ahead of the curve? In part 1 of this exclusive interview, John Barron, CIO of Revenue, reveals how technology powers tax collection, compliance, and efficiency.

🔍 From the first PCs in Revenue to AI-powered compliance—this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!

🎥 Listen now, subscribe, and stay ahead of the digital curve!

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