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Your source for insights, expertise and best practices across a range of relevant topics and industries for project-based businesses operating in the UK and Europe.
The more data, less understanding paradox: why data-based decision-making is a major challenge
We live in the golden age of information production. Digitalisation has made it possible to efficiently collect, store and access data in ways previously unimaginable. But at the same time as data is more abundant than ever, we are failing to harness the full potential of information at our disposal.
IT Consultancy Firm Banqsoft Accelerates Mergers And Acquisitions With Deltek Maconomy
See how Banqsoft brings multiple companies under one solution with Deltek Maconomy – and learn its three-part transformation support plan.
New Report Names Deltek the Premier Choice for Project-Based Businesses
We pride ourselves on delivering value to our customers, which is why we're so grateful to be named the premier choice for "project-centric ERP" in the Nucleus Research June 2020 ERP Technology Value Matrix.
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.
Norway’s Leading Law Firm Wikborg Rein Powers Its Vision For The Future With Deltek ERP
We are delighted to welcome on board Wikborg Rein, a leading law firm in Norway, as we help them optimise business processes.
[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.
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.
Resource Allocation: How To Plan Effectively For The Short and Long Term
In service and knowledge-based industries such as the AEC industries and Consulting, people are a firm’s most valuable resource. That means effective resource allocation is vital to achieve best-practice outcomes on each and every project.
[Part 3] Interview: ACE's Chief Executive Hannah Vickers
We recently caught up with Hannah Vickers, CEO of the Association for Consultancy and Engineering, to get her take on the current challenges and opportunities facing the industry. This is part 3 of a 3 part series.
[Part 2] Interview: ACE's Chief Executive Hannah Vickers
We recently caught up with Hannah Vickers, CEO of the Association for Consultancy and Engineering, to get her take on the current challenges and opportunities facing the industry. This is part 2 of a 3 part series.
[Part 1] Interview: ACE's Chief Executive Hannah Vickers
We recently caught up with Hannah Vickers, CEO, of the Association for Consultancy and Engineering, to get her take on the current challenges and opportunities facing the industry. This is part 1 of a 3 part series.
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 consulting firm can attain accounting best practice, by harnessing the power of technology.
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.
Risk & Compliance: Latest Research Reveals Firms Are Struggling To Keep Up
The professional services industry is often tasked with keeping their clients in step with new global regulatory rules and compliance measures. However, according to our recent research, many firms are struggling to keep up with the rate of change themselves.
6 Key Takeaways From The ACE's 2019 Digital Leadership Conference
We were honored to attend and exhibit at last week's Digital Leadership Conference hosted by the ACE. Here are our 6 key takeaways from the day.
[Video] Investing In Emerging Tech: CEOs Vs Heads Of Projects
Only 16% of CEOs expect to invest in emerging technology compared with 51% of Heads of Projects. Why is there such a large difference? We ask experts at the Digital Leaders Forum what they think.
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.
Matthew High, Downwell Group: Why We Invested In Deltek PIM
Downwell Group has just made a substantial infrastructure investment by adopting Deltek's Project Information Management (PIM) system. Downwell’s Project Director, Matthew High, explains how he expects the new system will enable improved information storage, sharing and retrieval processes.
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.
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.
Digital Transformation: The Opportunities and Challenges for Professional Services Firms
Deltek Vice-President Neil Davidson reveals the Future of the Professional Services Industry and what business leaders must do to prepare.
How To Approach Complex Project Management In The Professional Services Sector
The operating environment for professional services firms has become more complex, making it harder to grow profitably. Here's how leaders can approach complex project management and avoid failure.
"Hey, Deltek… Tell Me About Deltek Vantagepoint"
Bret Tushaus, Deltek VP of Product Management, recaps some of the amazing features of Vantagepoint that he highlighted in his presentation at Deltek Customer Day 2018.
The Chief Operating Officers Focusing On Digital Talent Management & Closing Inefficiency Gaps
The COO’s that we partner with are sharpening their focus, introducing digital talent management and closing inefficiency gaps. Read where they are seeing the benefits.
Strategic Workforce Planning: How To Plug The Skills Gap In The Professional Services
Globally the professional services industry is facing a yawning skills gaps, posing a huge risk to profitability. Our latest blog offers advice on strategic workforce planning for leaders looking to plug the skills gap.
Defining Competitive Advantage In A More Challenging Professional Services Market
Professional services firms face a much more complex landscape than they did a decade ago. Our latest blog explores what your firm can do to stay competitive.
Enterprise Transformation Series | Part One | The CFOs Promoting Digital Finance Transformation
Our latest blog explores how CFOs are approaching digital finance transformation and opening up huge opportunities for precision, speed, and longevity - helping them to improve the way they meet both internal and client needs.
[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.
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] SPI Research: How Top Consulting Firms Create Greater Financial Stability
2018 SPI research reveals that financial stability is a key metric for the best performing consulting firms. Check our infographic and download a copy of the full report to evaluate the KPIs and compare your firm against the best firms and the industry average.
[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.
ERP Benefits: 5 Areas Your Firm Could Improve In, With The Right Software
In modern, busy professional service firms, it can be a challenge to ensure that each department is working as efficiently as possible. Here are 5 ways ERP benefits organisations and makes it an easier task.
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?
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.
Five Reasons Why Cloud Based ERP Should Be Your Firm's First Move In 2018
Why cloud based ERP? Here are five good reasons it should be your firm's top priority in 2018.
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.
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.
Enterprise Agility With Postmodern ERP Is Key To Unlocking Success
Being agile is vital for professional services firms of all sizes, but most notably large enterprises, for the simple reason that if they fail to meet the expectations of their clients, there are plenty of predatory competitors all vying for the work.
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.
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.
Redefining The Customer Experience In The Consulting Industry
How can Consulting firms improve their use of technology to help keep their customers and win new ones?
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.
How To Become A 'Digital Transformer' In Your Business
In consulting services, digital transformers see technology as a catalyst for bringing their people, processes, customers and ambitions together. They adopt it as a mechanism for compounding growth and adding value for customers through new and innovative products, services and ideas. As a result, they create streamlined businesses and cutting edge services to attract customers.
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 To Make Time Recording Easier With Project ERP
Timesheets. A thorn in the side of every professional services firm and worker alike. From the company's point of view they are fundamental when it comes to reclaiming that all important revenue
The 4th Industrial Revolution – Are You Ready?
Are Professional Services firms ready for the 4th industrial revolution and how can business leaders use new technology to their advantage?
Using A Project ERP System To Plan A Project
If you're celebrating winning that plum project you've been working so hard on in recent weeks, then, congratulations! Exciting times are ahead.
Project ERP vs Generic ERP - Just What Is The Difference?
You've heard of ERP. You may even know a bit about the benefits the right system can bring in terms of efficiency and profitability. But do you know the differences between a generic and a project-based ERP platform?
Mastering Project KPIs With Business Intelligence Software
Business intelligence - or BI - is a term used for a number of approaches that are designed to gather, store, analyse and provide access to meaningful and insightful data. This data, in turn, is used to make better fact-based business decisions.
The 5 Components Of ERP Software You Need To Know
Have you ever wondered what lies beneath the interface of an ERP platform to make it the robust, centralised business tool that it is? If so, then you may be interested to know that there are five main components that make up a typical ERP system
What Is ERP And Why Do Businesses Use It?
ERP is an acronym that is often banded about in business - especially when it comes to project management. But what is it and how are businesses using it to their advantage?
It’s Hard To Separate Culture From Technology
Having the right technology can help companies to ingrain their culture throughout the organisation.
7 Questions Leaders In The Scientific Research Industry Need Answers To
To remain competitive in their industry, business leaders in Scientific Research need answers to these seven questions
Successful Acquisitions In The Professional Services Industry
Discover how project-based ERP can mean the difference between firm foundations and a house of cards.
How ERP Software Helps You To Manage Growth
Explore how project-based ERP software can help you simultaneously manage growth and margins.
Why KPIs Are Just As Important As Budgets In Professional Services Firms
Discover why business KPI management is becoming essential to measuring your company’s value and how enterprise resource planning software can help.
Measuring The Right KPIs For Business Improvement
Set measurable KPIs for your business with the help of enterprise resource planning software.
Aligning Your Business Systems For Global Growth
Discover what you need to consider when aligning your business systems for global growth.
Why Running A Global Professional Services Business Shouldn't Be A Game of 'Whac-A-Mole'
Learn why Running A Global Professional Services Business Shouldn't Be A Game of 'Whac-A-Mole'
What Can You Learn From These Growing Organisations?
Find out how three Professional Services companies are using project-based ERP to solve their key business problems.
Your Industry Has Changed In The Last 5 Years - Have You?
From talent to technology, little has stood still in the Professional Services sector: could enterprise resource planning help you get up to speed?
Overcoming Merger & Acquisition Challenges With The Right ERP System
Using an industry specific ERP system will enhance communication, connect resources and provide a deeper and more meaningful level of visibility for both parties involved in a merger or acquisition deal
Upgrade Or Clean Slate? Planning Your Next ERP Move
Recent research suggest that almost 50% of leading Professional Services firms will begin upgrading their ERP systems this year. Should they upgrade existing system or opt for something completely different?
Are Your Business Systems Performing?
Ambitious businesses that are focused on turning a profit and beating their competitors must invest time and care in assessing their business systems and processes.
Is Your Professional Services Firm Running Best Practice Processes?
Professional Services firms can often find it difficult to benchmark themselves against industry best practice. In this blog, Rolf Hansen highlights the core processes that Professional Services firms should measure.
Deltek Maconomy - The Perfect Fit For Your Professional Services Firm
Find out why Professional Services firms turn to Deltek Maconomy for complete visibility across their organisation
Find The Right Business System For Your Professional Services Firm
Find out what you should look for in the perfect ERP system for your Professional Services firm.
5 Tips To Help Simplify Your Business Processes
Use these tips to develop simple, easy to understand and effective business processes.
6 Tips For Ensuring A Profitable Professional Services Firm
Following a recent interview with IDC’s Group Vice President, Michael Fauscette we’ve compiled 6 tips for staying ahead of your competition and growing a profitable Professional Services firm.
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