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Greta.Agency

Build an MVP
for GovTech.

Built for government technology and public sector digital services companies.

We build focused MVPs that ship fast and validate your idea with real users.

Launch in weeks, not monthsFull code ownershipBuilt to scale beyond the MVP3–8 weeks
The problem

Why GovTech companies struggle with this.

1

Legacy government systems with no modern API layer to build on

2

Accessibility and compliance requirements that commercial SaaS doesn't meet

3

Citizen-facing services that are slow, confusing, and paper-dependent

4

Procurement processes that make it hard to buy and deploy commercial tools

The solution

How we build it
for GovTech.

Citizen-facing portals, case management tools, and government workflow systems require accessibility compliance (WCAG), FedRAMP-level security, and integrations with legacy systems that no off-the-shelf SaaS tool supports.

Government services need to meet high accessibility standards, handle sensitive citizen data, and integrate with legacy systems — all under procurement constraints.

We scope tightly — only what's needed to test the idea

We build fast — production-ready code, not throwaway prototypes

You own the codebase from day one

Industry context built in — not bolted on

Deliverables

What you get.

01

Core feature set scoped to validate your idea

02

User authentication and access control

03

Backend API and database architecture

04

Deployment on production infrastructure

05

Admin panel for managing users and data

Use cases

What GovTech companies
build with us.

Citizen service portals

Build accessible, modern web portals for permit applications, benefits enrollment, and service requests.

Case management systems

Create custom case management tools for social services, licensing, or regulatory workflows.

Government data dashboards

Visualize public service metrics, budget performance, and operational KPIs for government teams.

Process

How we work.

01

Scope the MVP

Define the minimum feature set needed to test your core assumption with real users.

02

Design the system

Map the user flows, data model, and technical architecture before writing a line of code.

03

Build and ship

Develop the core product, test it thoroughly, and deploy to production.

04

Iterate on feedback

Use real user data to improve, cut, or expand the product in the next cycle.

Ready to build an MVP for GovTech?

Typical timeline: 3–8 weeks

About this service

What is MVP Development for GovTech?

MVP Development for GovTech means building an MVP specifically designed around the workflows, compliance expectations, and user needs of government technology and public sector digital services companies. Unlike generic software or off-the-shelf tools, a custom-built solution gives your team full control over features, data, and the product roadmap — without paying for capabilities you don't need or working around limitations that slow you down.

Government services need to meet high accessibility standards, handle sensitive citizen data, and integrate with legacy systems — all under procurement constraints.

Why GovTech companies need custom mvp development

Citizen-facing portals, case management tools, and government workflow systems require accessibility compliance (WCAG), FedRAMP-level security, and integrations with legacy systems that no off-the-shelf SaaS tool supports.

Most govtech teams start with generic tools because they're fast to deploy. But as the business grows, those tools create friction — missing the specific logic, integrations, and workflows that govtech operations actually need. A custom-built product eliminates that friction permanently.

How long does it take to build?

Citizen portals and dashboards can ship in 6–10 weeks. Full case management platforms with legacy integrations take 12–20 weeks. The timeline depends on scope, the number of user types, and the depth of integrations with existing govtech systems. A well-scoped project with clear requirements moves significantly faster than one that evolves through the build. We scope tightly before starting so timelines stay predictable.

What does it cost?

GovTech builds range from $15k–$60k depending on accessibility requirements, legacy integrations, and security compliance scope. The biggest cost drivers are integration complexity, the number of distinct user roles, and whether the product needs to handle regulated data or compliance workflows. We provide a clear scope and fixed-price quote before any work begins.

Custom build vs. off-the-shelf tools

Off-the-shelf tools work well for standard use cases. But govtech companies often have requirements that generic SaaS tools weren't built for: legacy government systems with no modern api layer to build on, accessibility and compliance requirements that commercial saas doesn't meet, or workflows that don't fit the assumptions baked into general-purpose platforms.

A custom-built product gives you:

  • Full ownership — no per-seat fees or platform lock-in
  • Workflows built exactly for how govtech teams operate
  • Integrations with the tools and data sources you already use
  • A foundation you can extend as your product and team grow

The right time to build custom is when generic tools are creating real friction, costing more in workarounds than a custom build would cost, or blocking product-critical workflows that your govtech business depends on.

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Ready to build
for GovTech?

We build focused MVPs that ship fast and validate your idea with real users. Scoped for government technology and public sector digital services companies.