AECCafe Guest Blog 
Mallary White, Solution Specialist – Architect Microdesk
Mallary is a Solutions Specialist with Microdesk’s Architecture Team based out of our Los Angeles office. She focuses on providing technical support, training, implementation, and consulting services to Microdesk’s Architectural and Media & Entertainment clients. Getting Ahead in the Clouds – UAV Scanning for Strengthening and Re-building CitiesJuly 20th, 2015 by Mallary White, Solution Specialist – Architect Microdesk
Despite what you were taught in school, having your head in the clouds, and start your next project there, may be the best place to start. UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles), Quadcopters, Eyes Spying in the Sky, or Drones, as they are better known, may sound like something that belongs in a sci-fi movie, but the truth is, they are becoming easily accessible and we should be taking advantage of them to help us strengthen and re-build our cities. Remotely operated, UAVs allow architects and engineers access to dangerous and remote environments, permitting them to make assessments that they never could before. 36th Annual Deltek Clarity Report Highlights A&E Industry StatusJune 25th, 2015 by Megan Miller
Running a successful A&E firm is like a recipe for a great meal – you need the right ingredients and the right quantities to achieve the desired outcome. But, for A&E firms, what are those ingredients and who determines the perfect balance or quantities for each ingredient? In a perfect world, the average collection period for accounts receivables would be zero, every employee would be 100 percent utilized, overhead rates would be next to nothing and firms would have a 100 percent win rate – the recipe for a perfectly successful A&E firm. Since we don’t live in a perfect world, A&E firm leaders are always trying to find the right balance that leads to profitability, growth and success. The Deltek Clarity Architecture & Engineering Industry Study gives leaders critical benchmarks to see how they measure up in the industry and where there are opportunities for improvement. Read the rest of 36th Annual Deltek Clarity Report Highlights A&E Industry Status Avoiding a Single Point of FailureMay 29th, 2015 by Megan Miller
In the engineering world, we often use the term “single point of failure” to refer to an area that, if it fails, will stop the entire system from working. When you think about your relationships with your clients, is there a single point of failure? Some of us may have learned this lesson the hard way – when critical contacts have left clients or reorganizations have resulted in your project changing hands. How AEC Professionals Can Create a Flexible, Mobile WorkflowApril 29th, 2015 by Bob Honn
AEC professionals have increasingly collaborative and mobile work requirements. As a result, their need to share, view, and print large format documents from a variety of locations using mobile devices has also increased. In fact, according to a recent AEC Technology Study from ARC Document Solutions, Inc., 85% of AEC professionals surveyed use a mobile device during a project – 35% of which use it to view, comment and share documents. And this trend doesn’t appear to be slowing down, as nearly 40% of respondents said online access for all documents on any device platform is one of the most important factors in increasing their company’s productivity or in reducing costs. Read the rest of How AEC Professionals Can Create a Flexible, Mobile Workflow Stop Wasting Your Marketing EffortsApril 23rd, 2015 by Megan Miller
Each year, there is that one trade show that management flags as a top priority. It costs $50,000 to sponsor and participate. And each year, when asked how much business your A&E firm drives from that event, you have no idea. Sound familiar? We’ve all been there. But what if you could show that participation generated more than $1 million in work? Or conclusively prove that your firm loses money on the show and would be better off investing in other marketing efforts? It is possible. Assessing the eggs in your basket: Do your resources and strengths match your clients?March 30th, 2015 by Megan Miller
We have all heard the old saying, “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.” But, do you have all of your work tied up in one client? Or too few clients? If the market collapse of the early 2000s taught us anything, it was that a client can stop a project or walk away at any time. There is no such thing as a safe project or safe client. As the industry continues to recover, it may be time for you to take a second look at your clients and the services you provide them. Integrated Technology Streamlines the Design/Build of Daytona RisingFebruary 27th, 2015 by Greg Sweeney AIA, LEED AP
Race fans at this year’s Rolex 24 At Daytona got a sneak peek into Daytona International Speedway’s DAYTONA Rising redevelopment project. The west end of the frontstretch grandstands, containing 40,000 new seats, wider concourses and two injector entrances officially opened, while construction continues on the reminder of the facility. The project will be complete in time for next year’s 54th running of the 2016 Rolex 24 At Daytona and the 58th annual DAYTONA 500. Deltek Clarity survey provides closer look at A/E industryFebruary 26th, 2015 by Megan Miller
The Annual Deltek Clarity A&E Industry Study checks the temperature of the A&E industry with participating firms of every shape and size throughout the United States and Canada. Last year, Deltek’s Annual Clarity A&E Industry Study, painted a picture of an industry on the rebound, but with room for improvement. Firm financial performance was on the rise and participants predicted work would grow over the next 18 months, with more than 58% of opportunities in the private sector. This year, Clarity will examine the industry in even greater detail. Beat the Winter Blues – Boost Professional Goals by Optimizing Your ERPJanuary 20th, 2015 by Megan Miller
Does winter weather have you feeling down? Combat the dark days before spring by focusing on ways to feel empowered and work smarter. Here are some steps that can help you boost professional goals by optimizing your ERP, no matter what the weather looks like outside. How Will You Measure Success in 2015?December 23rd, 2014 by Megan Miller
‘Tis the season for budgeting, planning and forecasting. As you huddle around conference tables setting goals, establishing plans and directing your future for 2015, have you outlined how you will monitor your progress? What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) that are vital to monitoring your success throughout the year? Selecting the right KPIs gives you visibility into the bright spots and areas of risk at any given time. With performance indicators that are measurable and meaningful, staff can rally behind goals and have a clear understanding of what success looks like. |
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