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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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2026 PSO Benchmarks: What We Learned and What's Next from the SPI Maturity Benchmark Report
This article outlines key findings from the 2026 SPI Professional Services Maturity™ Benchmark Report, covering how the professional services industry performed in 2025 and where firms should focus in 2026 and as they plan for 2027.
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.
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).
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.
How AI in the Flow of Work is Changing the Way Consulting Firms Operate
Learn how consulting firms are embedding AI into the flow of work directly into how decisions get made, projects get managed, and revenue gets delivered.
Why Cost Isn't The Biggest Manufacturing Challenge Anymore
See why quality, compliance, and traceability are becoming the new measures of manufacturing performance in government contracting.
Mid-Year Financial Checkup for Contractors: 5 Numbers That Actually Matter
Discover the 5 key financial metrics contractors should review mid-year to improve cash flow, protect margins, and reduce project risk.
How Data Centers Are Transforming the Construction Industry
Learn how data centers are changing how construction firms operate, plan, and compete.
Deltek Clarity Study: AI Creates a Landscape of Risk and Opportunity for UK Architecture, Engineering & Consulting Firms
Explore how UK architecture, engineering & consulting firms are investing in AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation in 2026.
Deltek Clarity Study: How are UK-based Architecture, Engineering & Consulting Firms Approaching the Next 12 Months?
Discover how UK architecture, engineering & consulting firms are managing risk, AI, and profitability in 2026.
Key Takeaways from the Latest Deltek Clarity A&E Study
Now in its 47th year, the Deltek Clarity A&E Industry Study is designed to help leaders understand the signals and identify opportunities for their firm to excel.
8 Ways Mechanical Contractors Can Reduce Overhead Costs Through Automation
Learn how mechanical contractors can reduce overhead costs through automation.