Arrative Blog
How to Get the Most Out of the Unanet Champions Conference
A guide from Arrative Consulting Each year, the Unanet Champions Conference 2026 brings together leaders, innovators, and professionals from across the government contracting and project-based business community. It’s more than just a conference—it’s an opportunity to...
Unanet GovCon ERP 26.1 Release Highlights & Benefits
Government contractors operate under constant pressure—from tight margins to strict compliance and audit readiness. The February 2026 Unanet GovCon ERP 26.1 release is designed to address these challenges with enhancements focused on billing accuracy, compliance...
Every GovCon Has a Story—What Will Yours Say in 2026?
Every government contractor has a story.Some are growth stories. Some are comeback stories. Others are about winning bigger, more complex contracts than ever before. But the truth is, the story your business tells in 2026 won’t be written by your wins alone. It will...
Thankful for Progress: What We’ve Learned from Supporting Our Clients in 2025
As we head into the heart of 2025, I find myself reflecting on where we've been and where we're going. There's something about pausing to look back that helps you see the road ahead more clearly. This year has been full of growth—not just for Arrative Consulting, but...
Haunted by Implementation Nightmares? Here’s How to Exorcise Them
It’s that time of year when haunted houses, ghosts, and cobwebs take center stage — but for many GovCons, the real fright doesn’t come from Halloween decorations. It’s from haunted ERP implementations that refuse to die. Maybe it’s that project from last fiscal year...
How Government Contractors Use CRM to Win More Contracts
Government contractors face unique challenges that commercial businesses rarely encounter. Complex compliance requirements, lengthy procurement cycles, and intense competition for contracts create operational hurdles that traditional business tools can't address. This...
How AI is Transforming the Government Contracting Industry: Benefits and Risks
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries worldwide, and the Government Contracting sector is no exception. By providing innovative tools to automate processes, analyze complex data, and enhance decision-making, AI offers unparalleled opportunities to...
Measuring Profitability in GovCon
Measuring profitability in the GovCon space requires a multifaceted approach due to the nuanced nature of government contracting. Profitability by employee serves as a good starting point, but to gain a holistic understanding, firms need to look beyond this single...
Navigating Changes in Government Contracting with Outsourced Accounting
Government contracting is really on the move these days. Changes in federal policies and stricter compliance rules have companies scrambling to keep pace. The rules seem to shift almost overnight, leaving many businesses to adapt on the fly—generally speaking, the...