Cision, the global leader in media monitoring and analysis, has officially made its Media Intelligence and News Briefing Services available to U.S. government agencies through the General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule.
This move simplifies access to Cision’s analyst-powered insights for federal, state, and local agencies—cutting procurement timelines from months to weeks. Through the GSA Advantage!® portal, public communicators can now purchase Cision’s curated media briefings and AI-assisted monitoring solutions directly, without the usual red tape.
“Government communicators play a vital role in shaping public understanding,” said Gianna Jackson, Chief Revenue Officer for the Americas. “By removing procurement barriers, Cision makes it easier for public agencies to access trusted intelligence that strengthens transparency and helps them respond quickly to emerging issues.”
Why It Matters: Smarter, Faster Public Communication
Cision’s inclusion in the GSA Schedule signals a growing recognition that real-time, data-driven communication tools are essential to public sector transparency and crisis response.
In an era of rapid information cycles and misinformation risks, government agencies need the same caliber of insight that private-sector brands use to manage reputation and narrative. Cision’s platform combines human analysis and AI-powered monitoring to surface relevant coverage, sentiment, and trends across traditional and digital media.
This means agencies can identify emerging issues, track narratives, and communicate with citizens more effectively—all while complying with federal procurement and data security requirements.
What the GSA Listing Delivers
Through its new listing, Cision offers government agencies three key advantages:
- Streamlined procurement: Purchase timelines cut dramatically—from months to weeks.
- Pre-negotiated pricing: Competitive, compliant rates vetted for best-value contracts.
- GSA Advantage!® access: Simplified ordering through an established federal procurement system.
“Being listed on the GSA Schedule is more than a compliance milestone—it’s an opportunity to help public servants communicate more effectively,” said Guy Abramo, CEO of Cision. “We’re proud to support government agencies with data-driven insight that enhances transparency and public trust.”Cision’s GSA milestone reflects a broader shift in media intelligence from corporate PR to civic information management. As governments face heightened scrutiny and demand for transparency, tools that combine AI monitoring with human context are becoming indispensable.
The timing also aligns with a surge in AI adoption within government communications, where agencies are balancing innovation with compliance, ethics, and accessibility. With its hybrid model—pairing algorithmic efficiency with expert analysis—Cision’s offering sits neatly in that middle ground.
The Bottom Line
Cision’s arrival on the GSA Schedule lowers the barrier for government agencies to adopt sophisticated, AI-assisted communication tools—making it easier to stay informed, respond swiftly, and build trust with the public.
For public communicators navigating an increasingly complex media environment, this move could be the difference between reacting late and leading the narrative.
