BlueBlade transforms complex permitting rules, ordinances, and engineering standards into clear, executable logic — helping agencies and organizations streamline workflows, automate reviews, and improve transparency without replacing existing systems.
BlueBlade is purpose-built for automating regulatory processes, turning dense rules and standards into actionable, transparent workflows. Whether you’re managing permits, licenses, or compliance reviews, BlueBlade simplifies complexity by encoding regulations into clear, executable logic.
It’s especially powerful for agencies and organizations where processes are multi-departmental, evolving, or under pressure to modernize. With BlueBlade, you can unify reviews, eliminate redundancy, and give staff and applicants clear, cited compliance reports — all while integrating seamlessly with your existing systems.
A proven, low-risk approach to modernizing regulatory compliance
We begin by capturing your existing regulations, permitting rules, or compliance standards. No lengthy requirements gathering is needed — our proprietary engine encodes rules directly from the source documents.
Get a Project PlanRegulations are transformed into executable workflows inside BlueBlade. Each clause is mapped for transparency, creating a clear and auditable compliance logic layer.
Get a Project PlanBlueBlade connects to your current permitting or compliance platforms through an API-first design. This avoids costly system replacement while preserving staff familiarity and prior investments.
Get a Project PlanWithin a two-week sprint, agencies see the system operating with real-world rules and workflows. Staff can validate outcomes quickly, ensuring confidence while reducing implementation risk.
Get a Project PlanOnce deployed, BlueBlade easily expands to cover additional departments or regulatory domains. Agencies can update rules as regulations change, ensuring compliance remains accurate and auditable over time.
Get a Project PlanEnterprise systems launched across finance, healthcare, and operations
Automations deployed to eliminate manual work and reduce delays
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NavLabs has delivered successful technology projects across federal, state, and local agencies. We understand the regulatory environment, procurement requirements, and compliance standards that government operations demand.
Our work goes beyond automation. Every BlueBlade deployment is designed to enhance staff capacity, reduce burnout, and improve service delivery for citizens. We ensure new technology empowers people rather than disrupts them.
NavLabs works alongside you from planning and pilot to expansion and ongoing optimization. We provide continuous support, transparent reporting, and measurable results so agencies can modernize with confidence.
BlueBlade is a regulatory automation platform that transforms complex rules, ordinances, and permitting requirements into clear, automated workflows. It helps agencies and organizations modernize compliance, streamline permitting, and reduce manual review without replacing existing systems.
BlueBlade is designed for flexibility. It can plug into your existing permitting or compliance systems to automate reviews, or serve as the foundation for a new, modern solution. There is no need for a disruptive overhaul. BlueBlade integrates seamlessly with legacy software.
BlueBlade can automate any process governed by rules or regulations, including building permits, environmental compliance, licensing, inspections, and more. If your process involves reviewing applications against complex requirements, BlueBlade can help.
BlueBlade encodes your regulations directly from your official documents, generating compliance reports that cite every relevant clause. This ensures decisions are consistent, transparent, and defensible, reducing risk and ambiguity.
Yes. BlueBlade unifies workflows across departments and permit types, merging parallel review processes and eliminating redundant or conflicting reviews. This leads to faster, more consistent outcomes.
Absolutely. BlueBlade is built on the industry-leading Appian platform, ensuring enterprise-grade security, robust access controls, and full audit trails for all actions and changes.
Implementation is rapid and agile. BlueBlade's logic engine is built directly from your regulatory documents, minimizing the need for staff involvement. Most clients see a working solution in weeks, not months.
NavLabs, a boutique Appian consultancy with deep public sector experience, is BlueBlade's primary implementation and support partner. NavLabs customizes BlueBlade to your needs, manages deployment, and provides ongoing support.
BlueBlade stands out for its ability to automate complex regulatory logic without requiring a system overhaul, its no-code workflow customization, and its transparent, cited compliance reports. It is designed for rapid deployment, seamless integration, and long-term adaptability.
Yes. BlueBlade offers a public portal where applicants can submit applications, check status, and even pre-check compliance before official submission. This improves application quality and streamlines engagement.
When regulations change, BlueBlade's logic engine can be quickly updated to reflect new requirements, ensuring your processes stay current and compliant with minimal disruption.
BlueBlade is the technology platform, while NavLabs is the expert consulting and delivery partner. NavLabs ensures BlueBlade is tailored, implemented, and supported to meet your unique needs, drawing on years of Appian and public sector expertise, and was also working closely with BlueBlade on it's creation.
Contact NavLabs for a discovery session. We will review your current processes, discuss your goals, and show how BlueBlade can deliver rapid, measurable improvements.