Fulcrum Insider – Issue 47

From tighter timelines to shifting regulations, engineering and consulting firms are facing more pressure than ever. But the teams that adapt fastest aren’t relying on brute force. Instead, they’re using smarter field tools, stronger GIS integration, and platforms that flex as fast as the work does. Fulcrum Insider Issue 47 is packed with insights, examples, and tools to help you stay ahead. This edition highlights how E&C firms are streamlining inspections, simplifying compliance, and using location data to gain a competitive edge. It also surfaces new trends shaping the industry—from real-time data in the field to digital maturity benchmarks and rising infrastructure demands.

What’s inside Issue 47

• A sneak peek at our upcoming webinar with a Fulcrum power user who’s not on our payroll. He’s in the field solving real problems using custom-built apps for LiDAR, drone mapping, and asset tagging.
• A white paper on how GIS gives engineering and consulting firms the edge to speed inspections, cut rework, and help teams deliver without overspending or overrunning.
• Two new blog posts exploring practical GIS applications and how Fulcrum helps AEC firms streamline everything from inspection workflows to polished reporting.
• An on-demand webinar focused on navigating regulatory changes with flexible tools—so new rules don’t force costly project delays.
• Fresh takes on industry change, including:
  • How firms are pushing for guided innovation over empty tech investment
  • Why UK engineers expect digital transformation to boost profit and staffing in 2025
  • What America’s first-ever “C” grade for infrastructure means for teams in the field

Every article and asset is handpicked to help engineering and consulting professionals stay informed, work smarter, and stay competitive, without losing momentum in the field.

Download Issue 47 now to see what tools, strategies, and innovations are helping engineering and consulting firms thrive!