MyDataWork POV — For local governments looking to modernize decision-making, Hamlet's use of Databricks Lakebase Postgres offers a compelling approach. By testing changes against production data, it promises a more responsive system, reducing the lag between policy decisions and their real-world impacts. However, this is primarily beneficial for those already invested in AI-driven platforms. Others might find the setup unnecessarily complex if their needs are less data-intensive. It's a smart move for data-savvy municipalities, but not everyone needs to jump on board.