FORWARD Solutions for the Public Sector

FORWARD Direct

All-in-One Platform for Modern Government Program Delivery

FORWARD Direct is a purpose-built SaaS platform that gives government agencies a single, secure system to design, launch, and manage community programs with speed and accuracy.

  • Outcomes for Agencies:
    • Launch new programs in weeks and scale existing ones without custom development.
    • Reduce administrative burden by up to 50% through automation and centralized data.
    • Improve resident experience with a multilingual, user-friendly application process.
    • Strengthen compliance and audit readiness with complete activity logs and secure document storage.
  • Core Capabilities:
    • Build and manage applications for grants, benefits, and services.
    • Configure eligibility rules, document requirements, and workflows.
    • Track and support residents through integrated case management tools.
    • Automate branded email and SMS communications.
    • Monitor performance and equity outcomes through real-time dashboards.
    • Maintain government-grade security including HIPAA, SOC 2 Type 2, and CCPA.

FORWARD Pro

Fully Managed Program Delivery by Government Program Experts

FORWARD Pro combines the power of our platform with a dedicated team that manages the full lifecycle of your program so your staff can stay focused on strategy, policy, and community outcomes.

  • Outcomes for Agencies:
    • Reduce operational workload and avoid staff burnout during high-demand periods.
    • Accelerate time-to-impact with best-practice workflows refined across hundreds of government programs.
    • Provide a superior resident experience with clear communication and robust support.
    • Ensure every dollar is delivered with accuracy, equity, and compliance.
  • Core Capabilities:
    • Program setup, intake, eligibility review, and payment distribution.
    • FORWARD-hosted applicant support center that reduces call volume for agency teams.
    • Built-in compliance reporting and audit-ready documentation.
    • Ideal for relief programs, small business grants, and direct benefit initiatives.

FORWARD Enterprise

Custom-Built Technology and People Powered Solution for Complex, High-Impact Government Programs

FORWARD Enterprise delivers fully tailored solutions combining technology and program experts for, high-volume, or multi-agency programs that require advanced coordination, integrations, and oversight.

  • Outcomes for Agencies:
    • Support complex policy goals with workflows tailored to your community and regulatory requirements.
    • Coordinate across agencies or partner organizations through shared data and unified reporting.
    • Gain real-time visibility into program performance to inform leadership, elected officials, and the public.
    • Scale confidently as funding, policy mandates, or program volume change.
  • Core Capabilities:
    • Custom workflows and integrations with state and local government systems.
    • Support for multi-agency coalitions and regional collaboratives.
    • Advanced dashboards for leadership, auditors, and funders.
    • End-to-end program operations delivered by an experienced team.
    • Flexible capacity that adapts to evolving policy or funding priorities.