2025 Clarity Government Contracting Industry Study
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Find Out What's Inside the Latest GovCon Industry Study
What’s really driving change in government contracting — and are you ready for what’s next?
In just 7 minutes, Deltek’s Kevin Plexico unpacks the most pressing trends from the 2025 Clarity GovCon Industry Study, including the impact of the new administration, the rapid rise of AI and what it all means for your strategy in 2025 and beyond.
Download the StudyKey Takeaways from the Deltek Clarity Government Contracting Study
Operational Efficiency Rises
Leveraging technology can enhance adaptability and make your organization more agile and responsive.
Cost Management is Critical
Proactive strategies for cost savings, robust cash flow controls, and maintaining financial health are key to future success.
Strategic Planning Becomes Essential
Comprehensive strategic planning is crucial for navigating the evolving government contracting landscape and achieving long-term goals.
Top Priorities for Government Contracting in 2025
Expanding product and service offerings remains the leading strategy for driving revenue, while strategic teaming initiatives are the top priority for preparing for growth. Predicting how these trends will continue with the ongoing overhaul of the federal government will be challenging as policies across the board continue to change. Other priorities include:
Staying Agile: Contractors are prioritizing agility and flexibility in order to adapt to shifting market dynamics under the new administration.
Technology Investment: Respondents report their top priorities for technology investments this year include Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity.
CMMC Compliance: This year more respondents expect CMMC to apply to their company, which aligns with the CMMC rule becoming finalized in December 2024.
Subcontracting Opportunities: To grow their business, one of the top strategies contractors have identified is expanding more subcontracting opportunities.
Finance Focus: Finance teams are prioritizing protecting both profit margins and cash reserves, as well as looking to AI to increase efficiency.
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How Deltek Supports Government Contractors
Deltek takes pride in supporting government contractors through innovative project-based solutions, services and education we provide to the industry. In today’s ever-changing government contracting landscape, Deltek stands by your side, offering comprehensive support.
Discover how our purpose built software can help you streamline and optimize your business across the Government Contracting Project Lifecycle with these resources:
- Administration Transition Resources – With the Trump Administration's executive orders and memos potentially impacting government contractors, it's crucial to stay informed, maintain contract performance, and develop strategic agility. Access free resources to understand the most impactful actions and their implications.
- Government Contracting University – Deltek's Government Contracting University is your go-to resource for everything government contracting, offering webinars, reports, how-to guides, and articles to help you stay informed and succeed in the industry.
- Government Contracting Blog – Discover the latest government contracting news, trends and insights.
- Government Contracting 101 Guide – Get the information you need to find, win and manage government contracts successfully.
- 2024 Deltek Clarity Government Contracting Study – Reflect on the 2024 Clarity Study to shed light on just how much the government contracting industry has evolved over the last year.