Every government department builds separate apps with different logins. An abstraction layer could normalize access to benefits, taxes, and permits via one API.
Start with read-only endpoints for common queries (benefit status, office locations). Expand to form submissions with official partnerships.
Charge agencies for integration costs while offering free tiers to civic tech nonprofits. Revenue shares with certified developers.
Initial version with 2-3 key services per country. Risk: Bureaucratic resistance to standardization.