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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.
Best Practices in Document Management
One of the biggest challenges many AEC businesses face is how to manage the abundance of emails, documents and drawings required for every project. Learn how a database-driven document management system can provide a single lens into your project information and drive processes that will save time and boost profitability.
Best-Of-Breed Versus Integrated Solutions
Best-of-breed solutions are growing in popularity due to the ease of implementation and lower up-front cost. But are they right for project-based firms?
Are You Prepared For These 5 Common Software Implementation Challenges?
Are you considering implementing new software at your firm, or about to start your journey and looking for some guidance? Based on years of working with companies of all sizes, Adrian Anastas shares his top 5 software implementation challenges and how to tackle them.
Document Management Systems Have Evolved - Here's How To Identify What Your Firm Needs
The need for efficiency and capability around document management has changed dramatically over the last few years. We explore the change and help you identify what type of system your firm needs.
[Part 2] Technology In Construction: What Do Industry Leaders Recommend?
Is your business in danger of falling behind, when it comes to technology in construction? Three leading firms suggest how to make the leap, before it’s too late.
[Part 1] How To Use Digital Construction Tools To Avoid Extinction
The construction industry has been slow to adopt new trends in construction technology, but the reality is that many have already implemented the basics, and industry leaders are steaming ahead. As with any industry change, if you don’t move now, you risk falling behind.
[Watch] Engineering Consultants Engenium Use Deltek As A One-Stop Hub For All Business
We recently caught up with Gareth Whittle, Engenium's Corporate Services Manager, to hear how they've doubled in size since implementing Deltek and have seen increased efficiencies in finance and payroll and detailed project and resource reporting.
[Watch] Fulton Trotter Architects Improve Their Culture & Bottom Line With Deltek
Fulton Trotter have been live with Deltek for over 2 years. Robert Wesener, MD of the 73 year old practice shares where they're seeing the benefits financially and culturally.
[Watch] Elevation architecture: Deltek Saves Us $100,000 + In Productive Time Each Year
Elevation Architecture needed a low-maintenance system to support their growth and reduce administrative burden. Discover how they’ve simplified business management and gained a competitive edge.
[Video] Thomas & Adamson On Why They Can't Imagine Operating Without Deltek
We recently caught up with Alastair Wallace, senior partner of international construction consultancy, Thomas & Adamson, to understand why they chose Deltek software and where their growing team are seeing the benefits.
[Watch] Deltek Reflected Us: JDA Architects' Director Shares Their PIM Journey
We recently caught up with Rob Henderson, Director of JDA Architects, to find out why he believes Deltek software was the right choice for them, and what they hope to achieve.
Why Construction Firms Can No Longer Ignore Digital Construction
How is the construction industry keeping up with technology trends and embracing the digital construction movement? Deltek’s Director of Product Management, Nick Nieder, reflects on our new report on the topic.
[Video] Ashburner Francis: How We Gained Document Control With Deltek
"The primary difference between the system we have now (Deltek) and what we’ve had in the past is the document control." Pete Caune, Ashburner Francis. Watch the full story here.
Balsham Building Take Their Varied Project Portfolio To The Cloud With Deltek
Balsham Building Ltd recently chose to move to the Cloud with Deltek PIM. Discover why they selected Deltek to help manage their varied project portfolio.
Deltek Customers: Why UMC Architects Chose PIM
New Deltek Customers UMC Architects explain why they chose PIM to support their commitment to delivering “best in class” services.
Deltek Customers: Why Ashcourt Construction Chose PIM
Ashcourt Construction bring calm to the information chaos as they go live with Deltek Project Information Management
Ecological Consultancy firm, BSG, Gains A Single View Of Business Information With Deltek PIM
After exploring the market, BSG were immediately impressed by Deltek Project Information Management due to its unique user interface and regular upgrades and changes. Here's their story.
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.
Project Failure: Is This Why Your AEC Firm Has A Poor Delivery Record?
In a recent study, 66% of AEC firms admitted that the delivery on one-quarter of their projects was delayed. In our latest blog we explore the causes, costs and solutions to project failure.
Deltek Gives Fulton Trotter Architects A Competitive Edge
We caught up with Nathan Hildebrand, Director of Fulton Trotter Architects, to hear how the firm uses Deltek PIM software to help maintain its competitive edge.
What Are Tomorrow's Clients Expecting From A&E Firms?
The way that clients procure architecture services is changing, and professional services firms need to keep up with shifting market trends in order to remain relevant and profitable.
Challenges Facing The Built Environment: Why Now Is The Time To Embrace Technology
The challenges facing the built environment are many. But back-of-house digital tools have the capacity to deliver significant improvements to business performance and outcomes - our latest blog explores how.
How To Future-Proof Your Architecture Practice
A blend of technology and business smarts can help to prepare your practice to thrive in the “disruptive economy”. Experts from the Association of Consulting Architects and Deltek share their guidance on how to future-proof your practice in our latest blog.
Big Data In Architecture: Here's How It's Changing The Way Firms Deliver Projects
Do you and your colleagues understand the opportunities big data in architecture unlocks, in this new ‘connected economy’? We address this critical question in our latest blog.
Are You Managing Your Firm's Risk Or Are You Putting Your Firm In Jeopardy?
'Mitigate risk' is a common phrase heard throughout the Architecture & Engineering industry, but what does it mean and is your firm doing the right things to truly mitigate risk? Often times, risk translates to money, but there is more to it.
Here’s Why Your Project-Based Firm Needs An Information Management Strategy
If projects are the financial lifeblood of your organisation, an effective information management strategy is crucial. Here's how to identify if your firm needs to improve its strategy and how to go about it.
How Effective Is Your Contract Management Process?
As with other documentation and information that makes up your projects, having an efficient process in place for contract management is vital to your business.
What Is BIM And How Can It Benefit The Design And Construction Process?
What is BIM and who does it benefit? Our latest blog explores this well referenced topic, offers a definition, and looks at the tools and technologies needed to allow for the true collaboration BIM promises.
Project Technology For AEC Firms: 10 Reasons Why Now Is The Time to Take Advantage
Are your information challenges caused by technology misuse? Here are a few thoughts on why now is the right time to take advantage of project technology to help you manage your information.
Do recent developments in the construction industry suggest importance must be placed on project governance?
Our recent study found that 45% of capital projects are delayed by 6 or more months, with 92% of these delays down to poor management. Here's why project governance can prevent firms becoming part of the statistic.
5 Reasons Why Your AEC Firm Needs Project Information Management
Information is central to the success of project-based work, yet many organisations fail to establish processes that support project teams with the management of this information. Here are 5 questions to help you establish if your firm is calling out for Project Information Management.
6 AEC Industry Experts Give Their Top Tips On Getting More From Your People And Projects
Getting the most out of people and projects is vital for AEC businesses if they are to maximise profits. Hear from 6 industry experts on how they are seeing success.
How Mobile Working Can Benefit Your Construction Firm
To support increasingly dispersed teams, many forward thinking businesses are ditching inefficient paper based processes and implementing mobile technology. Here's how mobile working could benefit your firm.
The Fundamentals Of Managing Design Deliverables
Design deliverables are crucial to the successful running and completion of AEC projects. Here are the fundamentals of managing this type of project information.
Project Control And Accelerated Delivery - The Power Of A PIM Strategy For AEC Firms
Projects are bigger and more complicated than ever, and client expectations are always on the rise. Here's why it's so important to have the right strategy and systems in place to ensure full project control.
What Is PIM And Why Do You Need It?
Discover why a Project Information Management (PIM) strategy and system is so important for built environment businesses.
Managing Multiple Projects? Here Are 6 Ways To Ensure You Master Email Management
Is your firm managing multiple projects? Here are 6 tips to gain control and reduce the risk of losing critical business and project information.
4 Types Of Project Information You Should Use PIM Software To Manage
In this blog we discuss the key types of information that require a Project Information Management strategy for businesses in the AEC industry.
Project Information Management In The AEC Industry
How should the Architecture, Engineering and Construction industries deal with Project Information Management? Learn more in this blog.
Building Beyond Brexit: What You Need To Know
In this blog we give an introduction into Brexit’s impact on construction, helping you understand the effect it has had on the industry so far.
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