Federal agencies face increasing pressure to justify custom software development as procurement policies increasingly favor commercial solutions for entity resolution. This resource provides a practical comparison of the costs, risks and outcomes associated with building an entity resolution solution in-house versus adopting a proven commercial option.
Using GAO risk data alongside case studies from Alameda County and ERIC, the analysis examines the real-world tradeoffs agencies should consider when evaluating their options. It provides a clear framework for understanding how timelines, budgets and outcomes can differ between custom development and commercial solutions.
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