THE PROBLEM
The first step is always the hardest. This pilot program makes it easier:
Most cities know they need to act on AI. The challenge is knowing where they actually stand, what their biggest gaps are, and what to tackle first. Without that clarity, organizations either move too fast without the right foundation or stay stuck while the world moves on.
This program was built to change that. This tool gives you an honest picture of your starting point and a practical path forward.Â
WHAT IS INCLUDED
What your city receives
AI Readiness Assessment across 3 dimensions.
A plain-language results report showing exactly where you stand.
A customized action roadmap for your city.
One complimentary workshop of your choice.
Workshop options included
Research Findings: What California cities are doing with AI and what the data shows.
Awareness Workshop (~2 hours): A practical introduction to traditional AI, GenAI, and Agentic AI for non-technical city staff, with a focus on responsible use.
Use Cases Workshop (~2 to 3 hours): Real AI applications across city departments, with an optional session to help identify AI champions who will lead AI adoption from within.
All of this is complimentary. No cost, no commitment, no technical background needed.
HOW IT WORKS
Step 1: Start with a Conversation
We begin with a free short Zoom call. No forms, no commitment. Just an honest conversation about where your city is, what feels uncertain, and what you actually need. Everything that follows is built around that.
Step 2: Complete the Assessment
Answer 28 structured questions in my interactive tool about your organization across three dimensions: Technology, Organization, and Environment. I guide you through the process personally. Takes 30 to 60 minutes and requires no technical background.
Step 3: Walk away with Clarity
Receive your results, a plain-language report, and a customized action roadmap. A complimentary workshop, timed to fit your team's needs, is included either before or after the assessment. You choose what works best.
THE RESEARCH BEHIND IT
Not a generic tool. Built on real research.
This assessment was developed as part of doctoral research and grounded in direct interviews with 30 CIOs and senior IT leaders across cities in California, USA. It reflects how local governments actually adopt AI responsibly, not how technology companies think they should.
WHO THIS IS FOR
This program is designed for city managers, IT directors, department heads, and elected officials who want to lead their communities responsibly into the age of AI.
You do not need a technical background. You need clarity. That is exactly what this program delivers.