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Consulting Leadership - How and When to Pivot
Key takeaways for consulting leaders dealing with shifting customer needs from our recent fireside chat with entrepreneur and consultancy CEO, Sean McDermott, and Senior Director of Product Marketing, Michelle Cipollone.
Expert Roundtable: A new pace of working for the consulting industry
In our recent roundtable webinar, consulting industry leaders explored what changed over the pandemic, and what the future looks like for consultants.
A New Formula - How Consulting Firms Can Succeed in These Unprecedented Times
New consulting research from The Hinge Research Institute has revealed that clients value consulting firms 33% more than in past years, and the perceived relevancy of services has risen 56%! However, in these unprecedented times, fear is up, and trust is down. You'll need to adapt at an accelerated pace. Read on to learn how.
Consulting Roundup: How to Succeed While Working Remotely
Finding new and effective ways to work remotely and stay engaged with both your clients and your workforce is more important than ever to the success of your Consulting business. We asked consulting experts from firms of all sizes:How are you staying engaged with your remote workers and what are you doing to keep up visibility with current clients? Here is what they said:
Three areas consultancy firms should be focusing on in 2021 - as told by industry leaders
In this blog we focus on three areas that consultancy firms may want to consider in order to prepare for the next-normal, namely; productive data; a network of empowered teams, and agile principles.
How Consulting Firms Win - Part 2 of A 2-Part Series by The Hinge institute
Ever wish winning in the Consulting arena was as easy as referencing a guidebook? Read part 2 of this blog series and look no further. This series by the Hinge Institute gives an overview of “How Consulting Firms Win” – The Definitive Playbook, to bolster success in your firm’s next transformational business initiative.
How Consulting Firms Win - Part 1 of a 2-Part Series by The Hinge Institute
Ever wish winning in the Consulting arena was as easy as referencing a guidebook? One that walked you step-by-step through the self-assessment and tactical plays critical to achieving Consulting greatness? Hear more about a new, actionable playbook for transformational business initiatives, How Consulting Firms Win – The Definitive Playbook.
Three Core Components to a Successful ERP Project
In our recent webinar, ERP experts Lumenia Consulting explored what makes a project successful, and offered its best practice advice for getting ERP right.
A New Formula - How Consulting Firms Can Succeed in These Unprecedented Times
New consulting research from The Hinge Research Institute has revealed that clients value consulting firms 33% more than in past years, and the perceived relevancy of services has risen 56%! However, in these unprecedented times, fear is up, and trust is down. You'll need to adapt at an accelerated pace. Read on to learn how.
PRODYNAs tips til en vellykket ERP-overgang
Oppdag hvordan et ledende IT-konsulentselskap transformerte IT-landskapet sitt med Deltek Maconomy og få fire tips om en vellykket ERP-transformasjon.
The Four Building Blocks To Successful A&E And Consulting Project Management: A Best Practice Guide
As architecture, engineering and consulting firms face growing pressure, responsive project management is vital. Here’s how to get the best out of your projects.
PRODYNA’s Tips for a Successful ERP Transformation
See how a leading IT consultancy transformed its IT landscape with Deltek Maconomy—and discover four tips for a successful ERP transformation.
Three ways A&E and consulting firms can ease the pressure on finance teams
Now, more than ever, your finance teams are under pressure – so streamlining financial processes and providing the right support is vital.
Leading Consulting Engineering Firm AINS Group Powers Future Growth With Deltek
Deltek are delighted to welcome on board AINS Group, one of the leading Consulting Engineering firms in Finland, as we help them optimise business processes.
Leading Consulting Firm EBP Unifies Processes Across Global Entities With Deltek ERP
We are delighted to welcome on board EBP as we help them streamline processes and gain a complete view of their business globally.
How Consulting Firms Win - Reversing Poor Performance
Ever wish winning in the Consulting arena was as easy as referencing a guidebook? Get a quick overview of “How Consulting Firms Win” – The Definitive Playbook to see how you can to bolster success in your firm’s next transformational business initiative.
How Consulting Firms Win - Ease Yourself In
The recently-released best practice guide to overcoming project and business performance challenges, How Consulting Firms Win – The Definitive Playbook, defines the most common areas consulting firms find competitive gains (project delivery, growth, profitability, and talent) to help your firm put its own successful plays into place. Whether you’ve just downloaded the Playbook, or you downloaded it recently and are having a tough time deciding the first performance area you’d like to tackle first, we would like to offer a few “get started” tips that might help you ease yourself in.
The Top IT And Management Consulting Blogs In 2019
As we prepare to welcome the New Year, we've compiled a list of the most read IT and Management Consulting blogs on our site in 2019.
[Infographic] 5 Trends Impacting Nordic Professional Services Firms
Professional service firms are facing tough challenges. We recently carried out global research with decision-makers across the industry give insights to understanding of the key trends and challenges that are keeping them awake at night.
[MCA] New Statistics On Diversity & People In Management Consultancy Profession Revealed
New statistics on diversity and people in the Management Consultancy profession revealed in the latest MCA Annual Industry Report 2019.
8 Best Practices For Management Reporting In A Project-Based Business
Does your firm spend hundreds of hours producing reports, only to find they aren’t timely or don’t provide sufficient information to make important decisions? If so, this best practice guide will help you understand how to improve management reporting and ultimately improve business profitability.
How To Set The Right Project Baseline And Stay On Target
Best-practice project management relies on three key building blocks, including setting a project baseline to guide the smooth delivery and financial management of successful projects.
Working Capital Management: 5 Steps For Success
Winning new projects and new clients is not the only way to bolster profitability and sustainability. Find out how to improve your bottom line by optimising your firm’s working capital management strategies.
Five Major Challenges Facing The Global Consulting Industry
Consulting firms play a vital role in helping businesses across fields as diverse as business strategy, manufacturing and supply chain, sales and marketing, and human resources. While the sector’s diversity means it is able to weather change like few others, our research shows it still faces a myriad of challenges in the era of digitalised business.
Leading Consultancy 6point6 Select Deltek To Support Their Ambitious Growth Strategy
Leading technology consultancy 6point6 have been going from strength to strength and recently made the decision to invest in Deltek Vantagepoint to support its ambitious growth strategy. We find out why in our latest blog.
Women In Construction Take Centre Stage At The 2019 Consultancy And Engineering Awards
Last night we were honoured to attend and sponsor the 2019 Consultancy & Engineering Awards, led by an all female presenting team. Here are the night's highlights and overall winners.
Client Spotlight: 18 Hours With Mott MacDonald’s Development Manager Simon Bell
We spent 18 hours with Mott MacDonald’s Development Manager Simon Bell as he travelled from Sheffield to London visiting clients, and watched his team win a home league match.
Pricing Professional Services: It’s Time To Rethink Existing Models
Clients hold more sway in today's climate and are demanding greater value and flexibility at lower prices. Providers must respond to protect profit margins. Our latest blog explores some of the alternative approaches they can take to pricing professional services.
MCA Awards 2019: The Winners
We had the honour of sponsoring this year's MCA Awards, an annual opportunity to celebrate talented consultants achieving great things. Hear are the 2019 winners.
IDC: Visibility a Key Aspect for High Performing Management Consulting Firms
Deltek Vantagepoint moves the advanced Cloud ERP market forward—providing visibility from pursuit to engagement close out—which is an absolute must for high performing Management Consulting firms.
Mastering Disruption: Can Professional Services Companies Harness Technological Change?
Our latest blog explores the profound effect technological change has had on the professional services industry, and how it can tackle it head-on.
Ringing The Changes: Professional Services Firms Must Adapt To Thrive
The professional services sector is in the midst of a period of dramatic change. Firms face increasing competition, tighter margins, skills gaps, disruptive innovation and increasing regulation. In our latest blog we begin to explore these issues and look at solutions.
Digital Transformation And The CIO: Promoting Connectivity
Discover how the CIOs we partner with are promoting connectivity and driving forward a focused digital strategy, extending far beyond the realms of IT.
[Video] Hear From The Experts: What Impact Will Digital And Emerging Tech Have On Business Models In The Professional Services Industry?
Attendees at the Digital Leaders Forum discussed our recent research findings and share how they believe digital and emerging tech is impacting business models in the professional services industry.
The Top IT And Management Consulting Blogs In 2018
As we prepare to welcome the New Year, we've compiled a list of the most read IT and Management Consulting blogs on our site in 2018.
[Video] Hear From The Experts: What’s Holding The C-Suite Back When It Comes To Digital Advancement?
Attendees at the Digital Leaders Forum discussed our research findings and what they see as the biggest challenges for professional services firms now and in the future. Here’s what they had to say.
Managing Compliance Risk: How To Protect Your Firm Against The Professional Services Sector’s Biggest Threat
Managing compliance risk is a tricky business. 91% of CEOs do not think their firm is prepared for regulatory risk, while more than a third say compliance is a top improvement priority. So what can be done?
[Video] Hear From The Experts: The Biggest Challenges Facing The Professional Services Today
Attendees at the Digital Leaders Forum discussed our research findings and what they see as the biggest challenges for professional services firms now and in the future. Here’s what they had to say.
Scope Creep Management For Professional Services Firms - Understanding The Risks & Gaining Control
One of the key concerns worrying professional services firms today is scope creep management, according to Deltek’s recent ‘Insight to Action’ report. Our latest blog explores how to address the issue.
Innovation In Consulting: How Are Your Competitors Staying Ahead Of The Curve?
To stay relevant, consulting firms need to adapt and embrace technology. Otherwise, they risk losing their competitive edge. Our latest blog explores how firms are approaching innovation in consulting.
Project Visibility: Using Your ‘Mirrors’ For A 360-Degree View
Professional services firms need to use their 'mirrors' to ensure visibility over what’s coming up, what’s behind them, and to spot any surprises that might be incoming from the side.
Forward-Focused Reporting: The Key To Future Success In The Middle East
New research suggests that many UAE-based professional services firms are facing increasing pressure to remain compliant in this new regulatory environment. Our latest blog looks at how forward-focused reporting is the key to future success in the Middle East.
Is Your Consulting Firm Truly Data-Driven?
To be data-driven means you need an innovative approach to data analysis to discover actionable insights for effective growth strategies. Learn how your consulting firm can harness the power of information.
[Infographic] Strategic Benchmarking - How Successful Consulting Firm Leaders Create A Dominant Market Position
Strategic benchmarking can help your firm move towards service excellence. Using the findings from the 2018 SPI Professional Services Maturity™ Benchmark survey, we've pulled together an infographic to summarise how successful consulting firm leaders create a dominant market position.
Why ERP UX & Industry Depth Can Help Set Your Professional Services Firm Apart
Deltek's VP of Enterprise Neil Davidson reflects on some typical engagements with professional services clients where we have implemented in partnership, to ensure our solutions enhance their ERP UX, provide industry depth and meet their goals.
Selecting The Right ERP For Your Consulting Firm
Amy Champigny explores three important ERP selection criteria for consulting firms to consider: ERP innovation, implementation, and customer service.
Technology In Business – Is Digital Driving Better Investments And Outcomes?
Our recent survey of the professional services industry found that 74% of firms have capital to invest in technology. But is technology in business driving better investments and outcomes?
Boutique Firms vs Large Players In Professional Services: Battling For Innovation, Knowledge Management And New Pricing Models
1 in 3 Professional Service organisations are currently losing business to boutique firms. We explore the battle for innovation, knowledge management and new pricing models - and the approach larger firms should take when faced with such competition.
91% Of CEOs Are Concerned That They Are Not Prepared For Regulatory Risk
The vast majority of professional services firms say they are unprepared for regulatory risk. It's time for firms to take action - our latest blog looks at how you can prepare.
Understanding Blockchain Technology – Is It A Natural Digital Evolution For Professional Services Firms?
In a market saturated by technological innovation, understanding blockchain technology and its potential value is not straightforward. Our latest blog explores the opportunity and risks involved, specifically for the professional services sector.
Why Taming Project Complexity Is The Biggest Challenge For Professional Services Firms
52% of decision-makers in the professional services industry think that the increasing complexity of projects will be the number-one challenge for project management in 5 years’ time. How are these firms planning to tame project complexity so that they can continue to meet their client’s expectations?
Infographic: The Value Of ERP Designed For Project-Based Businesses
Are you aware of the real value of ERP? Our latest infographic reveals 6 ways ERP designed for project-based businesses can help your professional services firm maximize profits and productivity.
6 Professional Services Trends Your Firm Should Be Acting On
As professional services companies face more challenges, the practical job of delivery has become harder. Our recent report, based on a survey of 700 decision makers in the professional services industry shows how providers can take simple steps to improve their positions.
Why The Professional Services Sector Is At A Crossroads And What That Means For Business Leaders
The professional services industry is in a state of flux. While globally the sector continues to grow, competition has intensified and margins have gotten tighter. To explore these issues we surveyed 700 senior decision-makers globally, and here's what we found out.
My Past Life as Director of Finance in a Management Consulting Firm
Finance is critical for supporting all areas of a management consulting firm from budgeting to cash management to financial reporting. Former finance director of a consulting firm, Amy Champigny shares her experience of transforming a finance function for the better with the right software.
5 Tips On Selecting An ERP For A Project-Based Business
Project-based companies have their own distinct needs and requirements, this should be a vital consideration when selecting an ERP. Here are our top tips for making the right decision for your business.
Postmodern ERP: A Business Case Tutorial
Creating a business case is time-consuming and contentious - yet foundational for successful ERP projects. Discover Gartner's 4 step tutorial for creating your own.
How Cloud ERP Benefits Consulting Firms
We explore the role of cloud ERP in the Consulting industry, including short and long term benefits. And why now is not the time to delay if you want to stay competitive.
How Cloud ERP Benefits Consulting Firms
We explore the role of cloud ERP in the Consulting industry, including short and long term benefits. And why now is not the time to delay if you want to stay competitive.
Five Reasons Why Cloud Based ERP Should Be Your Firm's First Move In 2018
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7 Signs It's Time For Your Firm To Deploy Modern ERP
Will your current ERP system support your firm's needs in 2018? Here are 7 clear signs it's time to deploy modern ERP.
How Cloud ERP Benefits Consulting Firms
We explore the role of cloud ERP in the Consulting industry, including short and long term benefits. And why now is not the time to delay if you want to stay competitive.
Benchmark Consulting 2017: How Does Your Firm Compare?
Discover the key findings from the 2017 Professional Services Maturity™ Benchmark and what you can do to deliver a successful 2017.
How To Make Your Consulting Firm More Outcome Focused
For consulting firms looking to become more outcome focused and strategic, here are three key points you should focus on.
The Executive’s Guide To Growing Profit Margin
How do leading consulting firms use technology to grow their business and their profit margins?
Key Challenges For Management Consultancies in 2017
Management consulting is defined by its client’s needs – as they change, so must the industry. Find out what’s in store for management consultancies in the year ahead.
The Changing Face Of IT Consulting In 2017
IT consulting is no longer solely about infrastructure and technical support, instead there is a real focus on what is going to achieve business growth. Find out what else 2017 holds for IT consultancies
Discover How To Really Understand Your Business
This video blog from Deltek discusses why it is important for consultancy firms to have key operating metrics in place, why it’s important to measure resource utilisation rates, how historical data can support future projects and more.
4 Ways AEC Businesses Are Putting Themselves at Risk
As a business operating in the construction industry, you will have noticed that the landscape is becoming more competitive, and in some ways harder to navigate. In this blog we discuss the pitfalls you need to avoid
The 6 Cloud ERP Benefits You Need To Know
In this blog we discuss 6 key advantages cloud ERP software has over traditional on premise ERP.
Secure Growth By Following In The Footsteps Of The Top Consultancy Firms
Professional Services Automation software can give you the visibility and control you need over your number one revenue generator - your projects.
The 4th Industrial Revolution – Time For Learning
Change is the only constant, and the ability and willingness to learn and change will be the hallmark of the winning leaders and companies of the 4th Industrial Revolution.
The 4th Industrial Revolution – A Leadership Challenge
The 4th industrial revolution presents a leadership challenge that means many organisations will have to rethink how they do business.
How Consultants Can Pinpoint The Most Profitable Business
To capitalise on good times, Consulting firms must understand how to select the most profitable types of work.
Why Consulting Firms Should Digitalise In 2016
What do consulting firms have to gain from a sound digital strategy? Here are three areas for consideration.
What We Can Learn From 2015 In The Consulting Engineering Industry
Discover the key findings that growth that will make 2016 a happy one, and take your consulting engineering firm forward into even more prosperous years ahead.
4 Things I Learnt About The Consulting Industry In 2015
Professionals are always looking for ways to improve - especially when it comes to business. So, as we start out in 2016, consultants all over the UK ...
The Consulting Firm Reinvented
Enabling real-time information sharing with clients, stakeholders and colleagues makes you more agile and responsive, while greater visibility into your operations will help make you more profitable.
Getting To Know Your Business: Tips For Using Real-Time Data To Grow
You Should Be Using Real-time Data To Understand Where You’ve Been And Where You Should Be Going In The Future.
Growth Is Here – How Can Your Firm Benefit From It?
Good news: the Consulting industry is growing. And it’s time for you to start benefiting from these prosperous times.
How To Attract and Retain High-End Talent
Find out how to retain your top employees and hire talented new ones with these three simple tips.
4 Ways to Capitalise on the "Up-Turn" in Consultancy
Four revenue-generating steps to help you capitalise on the "up-turn" in the Consultancy industry.
Challenges And Opportunities For Consulting Firms In 2015
Learn more about the challenges and opportunities Consulting firms will face in 2015.
What Does It Take To Execute A Winning Bid In The Consulting Sector?
Consulting firms list growth as a top priority, with many recognising how ERP software solutions are a key player in the process.
Gain Better Visibility In Your Consulting Firm And Find New Opportunities
Research by IDC suggests that Consulting firms will benefit from better decision making by getting more visibility into their business data.
3 Project Control Tips That Will Help You To Outpace Your Competitors
Use these 3 tips to gain better control over your consulting projects and improve your firms profits
The Top 5 Reasons Why Consulting Firms Are Moving To Cloud ERP
Cloud ERP software has become an attractive option for many consulting firms. Here are 5 reasons why more businesses are turning to the cloud
What Lies Ahead For Consultancy Firms In 2014?
UK Consultancy firms are presented with a number of significant opportunities in 2014, yet must also be aware of the potential challenges to growing their business.
Improving Operating Margin In A Consulting Engineering Firm - Where Technology Makes A Real Difference
When working to such a small operating margin, it is imperative that Consulting Engineering firms looks for ways to gain control over their projects and finances.
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