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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 Replicon Time in Q2 2026: Simpler Global Payroll, Time Off and Enhanced Compliance
Replicon’s latest release unveils powerful features like simplified global payroll practices, time off and alignment with government regulatory needs.
Fixed-Price Contracts Don't Create Margin Risk. Bad Estimates Do.
Explore how the Fixed-Price Executive Order is changing GovCon operations, pricing discipline, execution visibility, and profitability management.
Consulting in a Structurally Uncertain Economy: Why “Wait and See” Is No Longer an Option
Learn why “wait and see” is no longer an option when consulting in a structurally uncertain economy.
Golden Dome Execution Starts Before Award: Program Control Lessons for SHIELD Teams
SHIELD task orders move quickly from award to execution. Explore why cost, schedule, and data alignment matter early for Golden Dome program teams.
Faster Payments, Smarter Approvals: Powered by AI in the Latest Vantagepoint Release
Vantagepoint's latest release automates contracts, speeds up payments, and smarts up approvals, so your team focuses on delivery, not admin.
Golden Dome Is a Financial Stress Test: Is Your ERP Ready for SHIELD Task Orders?
Golden Dome SHIELD task orders test ERP, compliance, and financial controls. Learn how finance leaders can prepare for long-term execution and audits.
Your Most Critical Security Control Isn’t Technology — It’s Culture
Security failures rarely stem from missing tools—they happen when people, under pressure, make reasonable decisions without recognizing the risks. By embedding clear ownership and simple decision checks into everyday work, organizations can turn culture into a scalable security control that strengthens resilience without slowing execution.
Golden Dome Opportunities Take Shape Early: What SHIELD Means for GovCon BD
Golden Dome and the SHIELD IDIQ are reshaping how GovCon BD teams identify, qualify, and plan for task order opportunities before solicitations are released.
Where Do You Really Stand? What Deltek Clarity Reveals About the State of Project-Based Businesses
More than just annual industry reports, the Deltek Clarity Studies are a strategic resource to help you benchmark performance, align teams and make informed decisions that drive better business outcomes.
How SLED Government Contractors are Buying Differently in 2026
Here’s what state and local government contractors can learn from the first quarter of 2026, plus takeaways and winning strategies for the rest of the year.
Decoding the Government Contracting Market Environment for Small Business
Discover FY 2026 federal small business contracting trends, 8(a) shifts, market challenges, and steps to strengthen your GovCon strategy.
The Mistake Most SBIR and OTA Winners Make
Why SBIR and OTA winners must plan for scale early. Avoid costly ERP replatforming and prepare for compliance, visibility, and growth.