Tyler Technologies has announced its acquisition of Oklahoma-based MyGov, a company serving municipalities across the US with cloud-based software specializing in permitting, inspections, planning and zoning.
The move aims to strengthen Tyler’s offerings in public administration by integrating MyGov’s community development and asset management solutions into its enterprise portfolio.
The acquisition will allow Tyler to leverage MyGov’s expertise in serving municipalities with tools to streamline processes for towns, cities and counties across the United States. MyGov offers solutions such as permitting and inspections with electronic plan submittals, code enforcement tools and automated work order systems. These capabilities align with Tyler’s mission to provide connected and efficient services for public sector clients.
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“We are excited to join Tyler and expand the company’s expertise and footprint in the public administration market,” said Stephen Burnsworth, founder and product director of MyGov. “MyGov’s integrated community development suite will complement the rest of Tyler’s extensive enterprise portfolio, bringing another option to streamline community development and asset management.”
MyGov currently serves approximately 150 clients, with a significant presence in Texas. The scalability and ease of implementation of MyGov’s tools are expected to help Tyler address the needs of small and mid-sized communities. These municipalities will also benefit from potential integrations with Tyler’s ERP system, further streamlining operations.
“Tyler’s comprehensive public administration solutions are at the heart of every connected community, and the acquisition of MyGov will allow us to offer a complementary suite of community development solutions to meet the needs of small and mid-size jurisdictions,” said Sean Marlow, president of Tyler Technologies’ municipal and schools division.
“Both of our companies understand the distinct needs of the public sector and have a track record of successful implementations. We are excited to elevate our public administration offerings.”
What it means for ERP insiders
Transforming your workflow with Tyler and MyGov: For city planners, code enforcement officers and municipal administrators, the integration of MyGov’s capabilities into Tyler Technologies’ suite promises to revolutionize day-to-day operations. With tools like streamlined permitting workflows, electronic plan submissions and automated work order management, this acquisition ensures that professionals in public administration can focus more on decision-making and less on administrative bottlenecks. By integrating MyGov’s solutions into Tyler’s broader ERP ecosystem, users will experience a connected, intuitive system that simplifies complex community development tasks while maintaining compliance and transparency. For small and mid-sized municipalities, this means an unprecedented level of efficiency in addressing local governance challenges.
Aligning with market trends in public administration technology: The acquisition comes at a time when the market for public sector technology is experiencing significant growth. The global government software market, projected to reach $35bn by 2028, reflects increasing investment in digital transformation across municipalities of all sizes. Major players such as Oracle, Accela and OpenGov are also vying to modernize public administration with cloud-based, scalable solutions. Tyler Technologies’ acquisition of MyGov positions the company to compete effectively in this growing market, offering a differentiated approach tailored to small and mid-sized jurisdictions. This move highlights a broader trend: the increasing importance of interoperability and integration in government technology, as clients demand seamless, all-in-one solutions to manage public services.
Choosing the right public administration technology provider: When evaluating providers in this space, end-users should prioritize scalability, ease of implementation and the depth of integration capabilities. Municipalities must assess whether the technology can grow with their needs and accommodate both current workflows and future expansion. Additionally, strong customer support, a proven track record of successful implementations and user-friendly design should be key decision-making factors. Vendors like Tyler Technologies, with their commitment to comprehensive public administration solutions, exemplify the importance of delivering tools that align with the specific needs of end-users while fostering long-term partnerships to ensure community success.
