Deltek Project Nation Blog
Hear from industry thought leaders and experts on the latest trends, technology, and issues shaping project-based businesses today.
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In the Age of AI, Curiosity Is the Real Advantage
AI is accelerating how people learn, solve problems, and approach their work. Curiosity, continuous learning, and diverse perspectives can help people adapt and contribute as AI reshapes established ways of working.
Efficient Invoicing: Ajera’s Paperless Billing Review
<p>Cash flow is an important component to every thriving business. Learn how Deltek Ajera's Paperless Billing Review allows you to streamline the invoicing process so you can improve cash flow.</p>
What is Professional Services Automation (PSA) Software?
PSA stands for Professional Services Automation. Discover what PSA software is and get tips for selecting the right PSA system for your business.
What the Deltek + ComputerEase Story Means for Contractors
By now you’ve heard the news that Deltek has acquired ComputerEase. In this blog, ComputerEase Vice President, John Meibers, shares why he is so excited and energized by this change and what current and future clients can expect from this acquisition long term.
The Month-End Process: How to Accelerate Each Step
Is your month-end close a smooth and fast process, or a messy rush of timesheets and invoicing red tape? Find out how your firm can attain accounting best practice, by harnessing the power of technology.
How Draper Aden is Reinvesting $1M in Cash Flow Back into their Business with Deltek
Deltek recently had the opportunity to talk to Draper Aden's CFO, Tim Cretney, to discuss how Deltek has helped them increase cash flow by more than $1Million.
6 Ways to Measure Your Consulting Firms Performance
Success is more than your Profit and Loss statement. Use these 6 key performance metrics (KPIs) to measure the success of your consulting business.
Incurred Cost Submission: Everything You Need to Know
Incurred Cost Submission is a requirement for all federal contractors holding cost-type or time and materials (T&M) contracts and a universal requirement regardless of agency customer.
10 Key Financial Performance Indicators for Government Contractors
Tracking the right KPIs for your government contracting business can provide insights to help you make the right decisions and run your business smarter and faster.
Accounting Practices for Government Contractors (Part 2)
<p>Part two of a two part blog series where we review the accounting practices of government contracting including: cost definition and allocation, contract types and revenue recognition</p>
Understanding the Value of Your AE Firm
There are a number of different ways to determine the value of an AE firm. Here is a summary of some of the common methods for valuing AE firms along with comments on their applications and usefulness.
Key Financial Ratios and Indicators for Engineers and Architects
by Dave Wahby, Principal, Wahby & Associates Your firm’s accounting software for architects and engineers will include two reports: An Income Statement (Profit and Loss Report) and a Balance Sheet. The income statement measures income relative to expenses for the period of time covered by that particular statement.
Do you DPE and Overhead
By Andrew Sam, Axium Certified Consultant I recently completed an Online Training Session on the “How and Why of DPE and Overhead.” Adding the cost of Direct Personnel Expenses (DPE) and Overhead to project costs is not a new concept, but it is a rather important one.