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.
Why CFOs Should Be Quantifying Cyber Risk Like Any Other P&L Exposure
This article shows why cybersecurity should be modeled as a financial exposure, not just an IT issue, for finance leaders at architecture, engineering, and consulting firms.
Rebuilding Client Trust in Consulting: Why Transparency, Agility, and Outcomes Matter More Than Ever
Rebuilding client trust in consulting requires transparency, proactive communication, responsible AI use, and operational excellence. This article explains how consulting firms can strengthen each one.
Utilization Has Hit an Historic Low: 4 Ways High-Performing Professional Services Firms Are Fixing It
Billable utilization hit 66.4%, a nearly two-decade low. Learn what’s driving it and four ways high-performing professional services firms are fixing it.
How to Select an ERP System for Your Consulting Firm
Selecting an ERP for consulting firms means matching system type to project complexity. Get a practical checklist and see Deltek ERP in action.
The Latest Maconomy Release: Smarter AI, Sharper Financials, Faster Web Client
See how the latest Maconomy release sharpens Ask Dela, strengthens project and financial oversight, and upgrades the Web Client experience.
Maconomy Essentials 2026.4: Financial Analysis, Security, and Smarter Planning
See how the latest Maconomy Essentials release adds financial analysis to the Web Client, stronger access control, and flexible People Planner layouts.
Boutique Consulting Firms vs. Generalists: Why Specialization Wins
Discover why boutique consulting firms are outpacing generalists on speed, outcomes, and client relationships, and what it means for your firm's strategy.
From Reactive to Proactive: How AI in Vantagepoint Is Changing the Way Firms Manage Work
This article explains why timing is increasingly a technology problem in project-based firms. It contrasts reactive management (dashboards, reports, hindsight) with proactive management (embedded AI that surfaces signals automatically) and shows how Vantagepoint delivers the latter through Dela.
Project Management Software For Consultants
What makes good project management software for consultants? Explore must-have features, selection criteria, and how Deltek helps firms deliver profitable projects.
See More. Manage More. Get More From Your Projects: What’s New in Deltek Polaris
Explore what’s new in Deltek Polaris, including project KPIs, resource management enhancements, task-level resource assignment and AI-powered project insights.
Why Finance Is the Performance Engine for Professional Services Firms, Not Just the Scorekeeper
This article examines how finance leaders at architecture, engineering (A&E), and consulting firms are taking on AI governance, real-time performance visibility, and forward-looking cost control.
Accounting Software For Consultants
See the must-have features, buying criteria, and top accounting software for consultants, plus how Deltek ERP helps consulting firms scale.