Modernizing Government Workflows

Cembla powers faster decisions, more efficient operations, and a better digital customer experience for America's most innovative cities and counties

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75%

Reduction in processing time for permit applications, fee payments, inspections, and plan reviews.

Building & Planning Departments

Streamlined permit review and code compliance

90%

Reduction in paper applications, faxes, and hard copies, improving citizen experience and reducing manual paperwork.

IT & Digital Services

Enhanced citizen digital experience

3x

Increase in staff productivity, allowing staff to efficitently process pre-applications, documents, and rent payments.

Housing Authorities

Efficient housing program administration

Streamlined Government Services

Automated processing and intelligent document review for permit applications and housing program administration

01

Application Intake

Applications are submitted through your existing system or Cembla's secure portal, which allows residents to track their status, message your department, and upload files.

02

Automatic Processing

Cembla extracts data from applications and files. Cembla then runs compliance reviews, verifies eligibility, checks for completion, and flags critical issues for staff review.

03

Staff Decision

Applications are complete and ready for staff decision. Department staff review pre-validated applications with flagged issues resolved, enabling rapid approval decisions.

Software for Government Services

The Cembla platform automates the intake and review of applications, permits, paperwork, and other documents.

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Local

Building & Planning Permits

Local

Business Licenses

Local

Events & Public Safety Permits

State

Environmental & Energy Permits

State

Professional Services Licenses

State

Infrastructure & Transportation Applications

Federal

Veterans Affairs

Local, State, Federal

Social Services Applications

Local, State, Federal

Other Document Processing

Cembla builds custom document processing software for governments

Customized implementations
in weeks

Our highly customized implementation gets you up and running quickly. We work with you to ensure the highest level of accuracy and compliance with your local codes and regulations.

Kickoff & IT Briefing

2 Hours

Technology Integration

5 - 15 Days

Pilot Implementation and Tuning

2 - 10 weeks

Full Implementation and Staff Training

2 - 6 Months
Highly Customized

Tailored to your specific municipal codes and workflow requirements

Rapid Implementation

Get up and running in weeks, not months or years

Proven Results

Immediate improvements in processing speed and compliance

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