Posts by Ronn Breaux
The Unchanging Heart of Professional Services in an Age of AI
The march of technology often seems unstoppable. Artificial intelligence and automation are transforming industry after industry, changing the nature of work and the skills needed to thrive. It can be tempting to assume that everything will be handled by algorithms and robots soon. However, there is a human core to certain services that technology cannot…
Read MoreScripting Your OpenAir Success Story: Tales from the Front Lines
OpenAir is a powerful professional services automation (PSA) platform that helps organizations manage key business processes like project management, resource management, time tracking, expense reporting and more. One of the advantages of OpenAir is its flexibility – it can adapt to fit different business models and workflows. However, there are often unique business needs that…
Read MoreThe Evolution of Professional Services in 2024 and Beyond
The professional services industry is poised for significant growth in the coming years. As per industry analysts, the global professional services market will expand at a CAGR of over 7% from 2023 to 2030, driven by factors like increasing adoption of digital technologies and rising demand for specialized consulting services across industries. In line with…
Read MoreThe Hidden Revenue Streams: How PSA Tools Uncover Profitability Goldmines
In the fast-paced world of professional services, it can be all too easy to lose sight of the core driver of success: profitability. Project teams jump from client to client, expenses flow in various directions, and billing gets complicated. Before you know it, profit has become elusive, buried somewhere in the organization’s financial maze. This…
Read MoreNavigating Project Management Choices: Professional Services Automation vs. Standalone Project Management Tools
In today’s fast-paced business landscape, managing projects, resources, and finances effectively is paramount. As companies grow and their operations become more complex, the need for streamlined processes and efficient resource allocation becomes increasingly apparent. Many businesses, in their quest for operational excellence, often find themselves at a crossroads when evaluating their project management software options.…
Read MoreAddressing 3 Key Challenges with Resource Management in Professional Services
In a professional services organization, resource management refers to allocating, utilizing, and optimizing resources such as people, skills, time, and technology to deliver projects and services effectively. Here are three key challenges faced in resource management and some suggestions for addressing them. Lack of Visibility and Planning One of the significant challenges is the lack…
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