A live session exploring how governments can embed customer-centric thinking into the design and delivery of public services. Drawing on decades of experience across planning, community services, local government leadership, and human‑centred design, Martin will unpack what it truly means for public servants to understand and serve a diverse cohort of customers residents, families, businesses, vulnerable communities, developers, councillors, and government itself. Participants will gain practical insights into:
- Understanding citizens’ needs, expectations, and lived experiences
- Balancing individual demands with the broader public good
- Designing services that are accessible, responsive, and trusted
- Embedding customer‑centric thinking into everyday decision‑making
- Learning from leading public sector organisations that have successfully adopted TLC principles
Through real examples and lessons from complex public sector environments, Martin will demonstrate how adopting a Think Like Customer mindset can improve service quality, strengthen public trust, and deliver better outcomes for both citizens and government.