How AI is reshaping AEC business development and marketing
Discover how AI is transforming AEC business development and marketing—from qualifying pursuits to automating proposals.
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Lucas Hayden
Lucas Hayden leads Product Marketing for Unanet AE. Unanet AE is built to help architects and engineering firms do business better and Lucas, with a background in development, analytics, education and customer solutions, works to help businesses solve problems, innovate, and create strategies that scale.
Rethinking pursuit strategy: How to win smarter, not just faster
by Lucas Hayden
published on May 8, 2025
AEC firms are shifting to insight-driven pursuit strategy. Discover how OpportuneAI helps you focus on high-probability pursuits.
The 2025 AEC Inspire Report: Key insights and strategic takeaways
by Lucas Hayden
published on April 30, 2025
Discover key insights from the 2025 AEC Inspire Report. Learn how talent, technology, and strategic planning are shaping the future of the AEC industry.
Overhead allocation methods: A strategic approach to AE profitability
by Lucas Hayden
published on April 23, 2025
Explore overhead and cost allocation methods to optimize AE firm profitability. Learn key strategies, benefits, and how to improve financial reporting and decision-making.
Stop chasing every RFP: How to reclaim time, focus, and profitability
by Lucas Hayden
published on April 16, 2025
Why waste time on low-value pursuits? Learn how smarter, AI-enhanced qualification boosts win rates, reduces effort, and drives better BD outcomes.
Increase your AE firm’s profit potential with smarter spend management
by Lucas Hayden
published on April 8, 2025
Discover how smarter spend management can transform AE firms by tackling inefficiencies, boosting profitability, and streamlining workflows.
How AEC ERP solutions can minimize rework and improve accuracy
by Lucas Hayden
published on March 28, 2025
Learn how AEC ERP solutions help firms minimize rework, improve accuracy, and avoid costly mistakes – delivering projects right the first time.
ISG’s M&A best practices to drive growth in the AEC industry
by Lucas Hayden
published on March 24, 2025
Learn how ISG drives AEC industry growth with smart M&A strategies. Explore proven best practices for integration, talent retention, and financial success.
Five clear signs it’s time to move from QuickBooks to an ERP for AEC firms
by Lucas Hayden
published on March 17, 2025
Struggling with project tracking, real-time financial insights, or team collaboration? Discover 5 tell-tale signs your AEC firm has outgrown QuickBooks and why it might be time to upgrade to a proper ERP.