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Make Local Gov users find answers faster, free your own time
AI-Powered Site Search for Government

Reduce Support Requests by 46%
Across Your City and County Website
Without Hiring More Staff

Free up staff time while routine questions get automatic answers.

See How This Works — Get Free Demo

Trusted by governments and municipalities worldwide

City of Raleigh
Reykjavik City
University of South Florida
City of Boulder
Chesterfield County
City of Raleigh
Reykjavik City
University of South Florida
City of Boulder
Chesterfield County

The Challenge Local Governments Face Today

Your county or city staff respond to the same information requests repeatedly. This information exists on your government website. However, residents continue contacting offices directly through phone, email, or in-person visits.

“Where do I pay property taxes?”
“How do I apply for a building permit?”
“What are your office hours?”
“Where’s the voter registration form?”

The impact on your operations:

Staff time gets consumed by routine inquiries instead of complex casework requiring professional expertise.

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Staff resources spent on repetitive information requests

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Complex cases requiring professional review experience delays

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Limited capacity for high-value initiatives and compliance work

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Routine inquiries prevent focus when they could be self-service

Your website needs a solution to handle routine information requests automatically so staff can focus on work requiring their specialized knowledge and professional judgment.

The Solution

Cludo AI Summary: Automate Routine Inquiries

Cludo AI Summary analyzes your government website content and delivers precise answers directly within your website search results — enabling residents to self-serve while freeing your staff for complex casework.

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46% reduction in routine support requests

Staff capacity recovered for professional work

Residents find answers instantly

24/7 access to accurate information

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No additional hiring needed

Maximize existing team productivity

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Live in as little as 7–14 days

Operational improvements start immediately

Watch how Reykjavík uses AI Summary to automate routine inquiries

Proven Results

Real Results from Real Governments

City of Reykjavík · Iceland

46% Reduction in Routine Support Requests

The Challenge: The City of Reykjavík serves thousands of residents daily through their digital services. Staff regularly received questions about information already available on the city website: office hours, permit requirements, department contacts, and service procedures.

The Solution: In 2024, Reykjavík implemented Cludo AI Summary and Chat across their government website to automate routine information delivery while maintaining quality service standards.

46%Reduction in routine inquiries
5,000+Inquiries handled automatically
60% → 47%Search click-through rate
Same budget46% more capacity

Before AI Summary: Residents contacted staff for information already available online. Staff time was consumed by repetitive responses.

After AI Summary: Residents receive instant answers through search. Staff handle complex cases requiring professional judgment. Operational efficiency improved significantly without additional resources.

“People are getting their answers right away. It’s a great impact.”

— Hreinn Hreinsson, Web Manager, City of Reykjavík, Iceland

“When people search for simple things like opening hours, giving them a short summary right there makes a big difference. They don’t need to click anything — they get what they need instantly.”

— Ásta Jónsdóttir, Project Manager, City of Reykjavík, Iceland

Chesterfield County · USA

Reduced clicks from 7 to 2

With AI Summary, citizens went from needing 7 clicks to find an answer down to just 2 — making county services faster and more accessible.

7 → 2Clicks to find answers
71%Fewer steps for citizens

What to Expect After Requesting Your Demo

Demo + website analysis delivered in 48 hours.
Typical implementation goes live in 7–14 days.

You’ll receive:

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Personalized demonstration with implementation walkthrough

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Analysis of your website showing common inquiry patterns

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Operational comparison of current vs. optimized processes

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Capacity impact consultation — projected staff time recovery

No commitment required. No obligation.

Request Your AI Search Demo

See how AI Summary can optimize your operations and recover staff capacity — using your actual website content.

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Common requests your staff handles repeatedly, for instance "property tax information" or "office hours"

No commitment required. No obligation.

Why AI Summary

Why Local Governments Choose AI Summary

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Maximize Existing Staff Capacity

Every hour your staff spends responding to routine information requests is time unavailable for reviewing permit applications, processing public records requests, handling constituent issues requiring expertise, compliance work, and strategic initiatives.

AI Summary automates routine responses so staff can focus on work requiring their specialized knowledge.

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Provide 24/7 Service Without Additional Staff

Government offices typically operate during standard business hours. Residents need information outside these hours. Without automated systems, residents must wait until the next business day, navigate multiple pages, or visit offices in person.

AI Summary provides accurate answers continuously — no additional staffing required, no overtime costs, no service gaps during hiring freezes.

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Optimize Operations During Budget Constraints

Budget limitations and hiring constraints are ongoing realities for local government. You’re expected to maintain service levels with existing resources.

Result: 46% reduction in routine inquiries while staff focuses on complex casework requiring their expertise.

Common inquiries handled automatically:

Property tax payment information and deadlines

Building permit applications and requirements

Marriage licenses and vital records procedures

Voter registration and polling location information

Court schedules and case lookup procedures

Public records request processes

Zoning information and land use regulations

Business license applications and renewals

How It Works

How AI Summary Optimizes City and County Operations

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Step 1

Content Analysis

Cludo crawls your complete government website — all department pages, service information, forms, schedules, contact directories, policy documents. The AI identifies where residents search and where they likely abandon searches to contact your offices.

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Step 2

Inquiry Pattern Analysis

The system analyzes which searches lead to resident contact or abandonment. These represent your highest-volume routine inquiries — the opportunities for automation and staff capacity recovery.

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Automated Response Deployment

When residents search your website, AI Summary generates precise answers from your content and displays them directly within your site search results. No navigation through multiple pages. No waiting for office hours. No staff intervention required for routine information.

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Step 4

Continuous Optimization

You maintain complete control over all responses. Prioritize high-volume inquiries for automation. Track which answers reduce staff contacts most effectively. The system continuously improves based on actual usage patterns and your priorities.

Built for Local Government Operations

AI Summary is specifically designed for county and city governments managing:

Multi-department complexity

Numerous departments serving diverse resident needs

High inquiry volume

Thousands of routine information requests monthly

Budget constraints

Need to optimize existing resources without new hiring

Accessibility requirements

ADA compliance and universal service standards

Transparency mandates

Making public information genuinely accessible

Government organizations using Cludo: City of Reykjavík, Iceland | City of Boulder, CO | City of Raleigh, NC | Chesterfield County, VA

Implementation

Straightforward Implementation Process

We manage the complete implementation:

Week 1

Installation & Configuration

Installation and configuration across your .gov website, prioritizing your highest-volume inquiries.

Week 2

Optimization Sessions

Optimization sessions with your IT, communications, and department teams.

Go Live

Immediate Impact

Automated responses begin handling routine inquiries immediately.

Implementation typically requires 7–14 days depending on website complexity. Operational improvements begin immediately upon launch.

Complete Control Over Public Information

AI Summary provides full control over all automated responses:

Prioritize critical services

Focus automation on highest-volume inquiries

Ensure accuracy

Review and approve all automated responses

Protect sensitive information

Control which content AI can access

Maintain compliance and control

All responses follow your policies and procedures

Accessibility standards

WCAG 2.0, ADA, and Section 508 compliant

Your content. Your residents. Your control.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the costs for local government?
AI Summary starts at $8,000 USD annually. Public sector pricing available. Pricing varies based on website scope and inquiry volume. Contact us for government-specific pricing tailored to your jurisdiction.
Will this work with our existing website and CMS?
Yes. Cludo integrates with any platform — WordPress, Drupal, Sitecore, custom government CMS solutions. Cloud-based solution requires no server installations. We at Cludo help you installing it.
What about sensitive information or restricted records?
AI Summary only accesses publicly available website content. It does not access databases, restricted documents, or systems containing protected information. You maintain complete control over accessible content.
How is this different from adding a chatbot?
AI Summary delivers answers directly within search results where residents already look for information. No separate interface required. Residents receive answers without learning new systems.
Can this work across all our departments?
Yes. AI Summary understands your government structure and surfaces department-specific, service-specific, and location-specific information accurately across all county or city operations.
Is this accessible for all residents?
Yes. Fully compliant with WCAG 2.0, ADA, and Section 508 accessibility guidelines. Includes assistive tools, text highlights, reading tools, and comprehensive accessibility testing.
What’s the procurement process?
We work within government procurement requirements. Can provide: formal quotes, government references, security documentation, data processing agreements, compliance certifications. Experienced with RFP responses and government contracting processes.

Optimize Your City and County Operations Today

Local government staff currently spend significant time responding to routine information requests — time that could be allocated to complex casework requiring professional expertise.

When residents can’t find information quickly on your website, they contact your offices.

Through phone calls, emails, or in-person visits. Your staff responds to the same questions repeatedly. Complex cases requiring professional judgment get delayed. Strategic initiatives receive limited attention.

There’s a proven solution that requires no additional hiring.

See AI Summary work with YOUR government website and YOUR content — understand the specific operational impact for your jurisdiction.

What you’ll receive:

Operational analysis delivered within 48 hours

Built using your actual government website content and common inquiry patterns

Side-by-side comparison of current vs. optimized processes

Consultation on projected staff capacity recovery for your specific departments

No obligation and no procurement steps required to view the demo.

See Your Free Demo — No Commitment