< Back to the full 2025 report on Top Risks State and local government risk insights Download Key findings from the 2025 report on Top RisksAccording to findings from Protiviti’s latest Top Risks survey, responses from professionals in state and local governments differed significantly from the global audience. The top short-term risk for state and local government respondents – “geopolitical shifts, regional conflicts and instability in government regimes” – did not even make the top 10 for the overall survey population. While “economic conditions” were viewed as a key short-term threat by all respondents – rating top among the global population and second-highest among those in state and local governments – issues around work environment were mostly isolated to state and local governments: “Challenges in sustaining culture” rated highly (the third-largest short-term threat) state and local government respondents while not even figuring among top 20 for the global population. Download the 2025 state and local government insights brief: key risks and strategic trends8-minute readGet the 2025 state and local government infographic: top near-term risks at a glance1-minute overviewWatch the 2025 webinar: expert analysis on managing emerging risks60-minutes, on-demand Download Get more Top Risks insightsDiscover our full catalog of insight briefs for additional research findings and expert commentary related to the 2025 report on Top Risks.By industry:Aerospace & Defense Energy & UtilitiesFinancial ServicesHealthcareHigher EducationManufacturing & DistributionPrivate EquityTechnology, Media & Telecommunications By organisational role:Finance TeamsHuman Resources TeamsInternal Audit TeamsLegal TeamsOperations TeamsTechnology & Data Teams Explore related solutions Pro Workflow Flowchart Government Governments are entrusted with a wide range of responsibilities including maintaining security, promoting and supporting economic growth, meeting the needs of their citizens, and maintaining infrastructure. Pro Digital Hightech Artificial Intelligence (AI) Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands at the forefront of innovation and is revolutionising the way businesses operate and compete. Al is critical to define the trajectory of future growth and value. The opportunity is vast and balance is key to strategic and responsible use of Al. Pro cloud Cybersecurity From the speed of innovation, digital transformation, and economic expectations to evolving cyber threats, the talent gap, and a dynamic regulatory landscape, technology leaders are expected to effectively respond to and manage these competing priorities. Subscribe to our thought leadership Get exclusive access to more content and insights to help you stay ahead. Sign up
