How we can help
Transform operations
Design and improve government delivery units and systems and create a performance-oriented culture, enabling governments to accelerate key strategies and unlock the full potential of their operations.
Automated services
Leverage the latest AI technologies to help governments reimagine their operations across the value chain.
Analytics
Harness data, analytics, and AI-powered technologies to drive efficiency and effectiveness of decision-making processes across agency operations.
Procurement and category management
Empower government organizations to make calculated decisions that maximize procurement impact through agile, digital operating models.
Capability building
Equip agencies and departments with the capabilities, talent, and upskilling needed to transform operations and streamline processes.
Case studies
AI-backed productivity improvement
Identified an AI-backed productivity opportunity for a European government department
We explored Gen AI’s potential for improving productivity and customer outcomes for a European government department. Together, we developed a live proof-of-concept Gen AI–backed agent assistant that synthesizes complex guidance for call-center agents, reducing manual tasks by 20 to 35 percent. The tool also provides instant post-call summaries and automated reporting on customer satisfaction. The estimated productivity benefit could be more than 30 percent, with cost savings of $20 million to $40 million. The proof of concept also demonstrated enhanced detection capabilities to support vulnerable individuals. The organization is now considering scaling the solutions, which will reduce call times, improve workforce resilience, and increase flexibility.
Healthcare system transformation
Transformed healthcare system operations for a Middle Eastern ministry
We have been supporting a Middle Eastern ministry in developing a national health strategy and building a health-information-exchange platform consisting of multiple solutions. After two years, several solutions have launched; with all solutions fully implemented, this program is projected to drive a 0.5 percent growth in GDP and reduce healthcare ecosystem costs by 10 to 15 percent through the elimination of redundant tests and procedures. Healthcare expenditures are also estimated to decrease by $7 billion. By introducing best practices across multiple departments, we will have enhanced patient outcomes and experiences, including a 5–10 percent reduction in follow-up appointments, a 30–35 percent reduction in preventable adverse drug events, and a 25–30 percent reduction in readiness rates.
Redesigned operations for healthcare services
Improved livelihoods and public trust for citizens through redesigned operations
We formed a partnership with a North American agency to improve healthcare services and build workforce capabilities. We supported the entity in enhancing operational resilience, creating a comprehensive data lake, supporting care and payment innovation, accelerating the use of automation technologies, and providing training and workshops. These efforts have laid the foundation to increase trust in healthcare services among patients, caregivers, and communities.
Featured capabilities
Spendscape by McKinsey
Transforming spend data into opportunity
Trace
Accelerating the transition to tech-enabled operations and unlocking end-to-end transparency through process insights
McKinsey Academy
McKinsey Academy accelerates professional growth to sustain transformational change
Hyperscience & McKinsey
Our collaboration with Hyperscience allows clients to optimize decision making, employee efficiency and customer experience by combining the Hyperscience Platform with McKinsey’s proven productivity strategies.
Featured experts

Carter Cordes
PartnerAtlanta
Helps private and public sector organizations drive performance improvement on strategy and operations topics, with a focus on...

David Ware
PartnerWashington DC
Supports digital and analytics transformations in the defense sector, and brings cybersecurity expertise to both private and...

Ed Barriball
PartnerWashington DC
Advises leaders of organizations that manage complex manufacturing, supply chain, and logistics operations

Eoin Daly
Senior PartnerLondon
Leads our Public Sector Practices in the UK & Ireland, advising companies and governments on delivering performance transformations...

Gretchen Berlin
Senior PartnerWashington DC
Leads public and private healthcare organizations to develop innovative healthcare strategies and drive sustainable change through...

Jonathan Dimson
Senior PartnerLondon
Leads McKinsey's Social, Healthcare, and Public Sector Practice in Europe and focuses on helping organizations to restructure,...

Sameer Chowdhary
PartnerDallas
Serves healthcare organizations, including payers, integrated-delivery systems, and health systems on topics related to operational...

Sarah Tucker-Ray
PartnerWashington DC
Helps government leaders deliver better outcomes for the public, including improved operations, enhanced customer experience,...
Featured insights
Report - MGI Research
Investing in productivity growth
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It’s time to raise investment and catch the next productivity wave.
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Government productivity: Practical methods to deliver more with less
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Governments can employ seven levers to improve productivity throughout their operations.
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US government productivity: The roles government plays
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Improving US government productivity is challenging. Measuring operational efficiency based on the role an organization plays...
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US government productivity: A more than $2,000 per resident opportunity
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Government remains one of the biggest productivity improvement opportunities. Organizations must be given both the ability and...