Benefits of Self-Funded

 

Marketing-driven

Driving awareness and usage is the only way NIC gets paid

 

Innovative

Leverage private sector creativity and know-how

 

Cost-effective

Very expensive solution set provided at no cost to government

 

Pro-citizen

+85% approval rating, gives citizens the self-service they want

 

Pro-business

+90% approval rating in 5 surveyed states

 

Proven

30 states, 3900 agencies use this approach

 

Fast results

Maryland typically adds 30+ new services per year

 

High quality

+12,000 services to draw from, and every service is customized, rigorously tested, and continuously enhanced

 

Usage-based

Toll road analogy: Only those who use and benefit from fee-based services pay for the convenience

 

Controls in place

Governance and oversight to ensure state receives maximum value