Deltek Clarity Professional Services Industry Study

The most comprehensive market research for architects, engineers and consultants.


Discover the Latest Professional Services Trends

The 6th Annual Deltek Clarity Industry Study is an annual research report published by Deltek, a global software and solutions provider for project-based businesses. The report, informed by 200 architecture, engineering and consulting firms, focuses on the Professional Services industry, providing insights and trends based on survey data collected from firms across the United Kingdom. The Clarity study covers a wide range of topics related to project-based businesses, including opportunities for growth, financial performance, project management practices, technology adoption and industry challenges.

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The Deltek Clarity Study Includes

Professional Services Trends

Professional Services Trends

Optimism remains high this year, with firms aiming to boost profits by adopting emerging technology, even more than last year.

Strategies in Place

Growth Strategies

Find out how firms are tackling growth ambitions head-on, employing clear expansion strategies.

Essential KPIs

Essential KPIs

Which KPIs are firms tracking? See how your firm compares to industry averages.

Top Priorities For Professional Services Firms

The professional services industry is embracing a range of exciting opportunities and strategies in 2025 with a focus on adaptability and success in a dynamic environment.

According to this year’s Clarity study, the following priorities are key for architecture, engineering and consulting firms as they tackle critical business opportunities:

Investing in New Technologies: UK professional services firms are doubling down on new technologies to drive profitability, despite economic challenges.
Implementing New Innovations: To maintain market share and remain relevant, professional services firms continue their momentum in accelerating their digital transformation.
Increasing Complexity of Projects: Managing project information is becoming more critical, with AI adoption and talent competition topping the list of key challenges.

Want to Gain More Industry Insights?

If you are in the Architecture and Engineering Industry:

  • A&E Industry Software - Over 12,000 firms choose Deltek solutions to boost their productivity by keeping projects on time.
  • A&E Blog - Read the latest news, trends and insights in the Architecture & Engineering industry.

If you are in the Consulting Industry:

  • Consulting Industry Software – Find out why so many consulting firms choose Deltek solutions to boost their productivity by keeping projects on time.
  • Consulting Blog – Read the latest news, trends, and insights in the Consulting industry.

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