Accela
accela.comBuild Difficulty: 5/5
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A unified suite of cloud solutions at the center of the world's most innovative and connected governments
How to Replace AccelaOverview
Features
30 features across 15 categories
AI(1)
AI capabilities designed for local government agencies
Analytics(1)
Data and analytics capabilities for government agencies
Asset Management(1)
GIS-native asset management and work orders (acquired through Novotx)
Automation(3)
Automated issuance feature to streamline permitting process
Automated staff workflows and concurrent application review
Automate and simplify tasks around permitting, licensing, and code enforcement to reduce agency costs, increase security and improve customer satisfaction
Citizen Engagement(2)
Online portal for residents and businesses to submit applications and track status
Easily submit requests for items such as planning and building permits, and access updates and information from any device
Core Application(12)
Minimize steps required in complicated permitting processes, reduce turnaround time, provide better customer service and ensure important safeguards
Automate all aspects of the building permitting process while providing total visibility for agency staff
Reduce turnaround and provide better customer service to business owners with automated staff workflows and concurrent application review
Automate workflows, flexible license types, and strong compliance functionality
Disaster recovery capabilities for government continuity
Protect the public health by delivering superior department services and convenient access through a public portal
Modernize inspections, plan review and permit processing to allow fire staff to concentrate on the safety of citizens
Simplify the licensing process with an online portal, automated workflows and easy document upload capabilities
Business licensing and permitting solution
Fast-track community development by automating zoning, site plan reviews, land use entitlements, complaint management, and code enforcement tasks
Residents can make requests, access information and engage with community services via a branded mobile app
Manage and regulate short-term rental properties, simplifying compliance and enhancing oversight
Deployment(1)
Enterprise deployment services and support
Document Management(1)
Easy document upload capabilities for online applications
Field Management(1)
Streamline documentation uploading, removing manual processes, and leverage automated workflows for greater efficiency in the field
Mobile(1)
Branded mobile app for residents to make requests and engage with community services
Platform(1)
A modern cloud platform to help agencies eliminate data silos, cut costs and innovate service delivery
Security(1)
Enterprise-grade security for SaaS deployment
Services(2)
Managed application services provided by Accela
Professional services for implementation and optimization
Support(1)
Technical support services for government agencies
Training(1)
Training and education programs for agency staff
Cost Calculator
Pricing data not available for Accela. Check their website for current pricing.
Build vs Buy
Should you build a Accela alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 30 features.
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Better ValueBuild Your Own
Buying Accela saves ~$18,480 over 3 years vs building.
Estimates based on 30 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.
Integrations
1 known integrations