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Deltek Named an ERP Technology Expert: Delivering Value for Project-Based Businesses of All Sizes
Every ERP vendor is adding AI, but few can prove it's trustworthy for high-stakes work. Nucleus Research named Deltek an Expert in the 2026 Enterprise and SMB ERP Technology Value Matrix. The recognition centers on Costpoint, Vantagepoint, and Dela™, Deltek's AI orchestrator. For project-based businesses, AI features matter less than the audit trail behind them.
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What’s New in Polaris: Helping Teams Forecast, Staff, and Deliver Projects with Greater Confidence
Explore Polaris PSA’s latest updates—estimated billing, revenue forecasting, recurring allocations, resource availability, and a more personalized user experience.
How Canada’s Defence Overhaul Can Help Government Contractors Diversify
This article explains how Canada's defence overhaul is creating a major diversification opportunity for GovCon firms that sell to defense agencies, on both sides of the border.
Suspended, Not Eliminated: Why the CMMC Rollout Pause Does Not Mean Stop
The CMMC Phase 2 third-party assessment deadline is suspended, but NIST 800-171 compliance remains mandatory. See what changed and what didn't.
Five Signals Shaping GovCon Project Execution in 2026
Drawing on the 2026 Deltek Clarity GovCon study, this article breaks down five signals shaping how government contractors execute projects and manage risk. It spans delivery performance, tool integration, risk management, AI adoption and governance, and the gap between top performers and the rest of the market.
Why Defensible Pricing Wins Government Contracts
Discover why defensible pricing, not just competitive pricing, is becoming the key differentiator in winning government contracts.
Speed Without Control: The New Competitive Reality for A&D Contractors
Winning A&D contracts now depends on operating speed with control, not proposal quality alone. The 2026 Deltek Clarity Study shows top performers invest in systems and governance to move quickly without losing oversight. Firms that align speed with discipline protect margins and compete more effectively.
5 KPIs from the SPI Professional Services Maturity Benchmark Report Every PSO Must Track for Sustainable Growth
This article outlines the five KPIs identified in the SPI Professional Services Maturity Benchmark Report that most strongly predict profitability and sustainable growth for professional services organizations (PSOs).
Strong on the Surface, Strained Underneath: Key Takeaways from the Deltek Clarity A&E Podcast
This article shares five takeaways from the 47th Annual Deltek Clarity A&E Industry Study on why firms are busier than ever but not necessarily more profitable.
Grow Your Business: The Complete Guide for Architecture, Engineering, and Consulting Firms
Learn how to win profitable projects, manage resources, and track KPIs to achieve sustainable growth for architecture, engineering, and consulting firms.
Deltek Named an ERP Technology Expert: Delivering Value for Project-Based Businesses of All Sizes
Every ERP vendor is adding AI, but few can prove it's trustworthy for high-stakes work. Nucleus Research named Deltek an Expert in the 2026 Enterprise and SMB ERP Technology Value Matrix. The recognition centers on Costpoint, Vantagepoint, and Dela™, Deltek's AI orchestrator. For project-based businesses, AI features matter less than the audit trail behind them.
The New Reality of Services Proposal Pricing in Government Contracting
udit scrutiny is rising. Learn why spreadsheet-based services pricing is becoming harder to defend in government contracting.
What's New in Specpoint: A Look at Our Q1 & Q2 2026 Updates
Explore Specpoint’s latest updates and experience a smarter specification management process