Key Takeaways

• $300 Million in Opportunities: Deltek Costpoint helped a modeled government contracting organization unlock potential annual U.S. Department of Defense contract opportunities through stronger compliance readiness.
• 126% Return on Investment: A Forrester Consulting study found a potential three-year ROI of 126%, with payback in less than six months.
• Faster Financial Close: The modeled organization reduced its monthly financial close time by 30%.
• Better Project Cost Control: Improved project visibility helped reduce cost overruns by 10%, recapturing $2.5 million annually.
• Lower Technology Costs: Moving to Deltek Cloud helped reduce infrastructure expenses and improve operational efficiency.

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Deltek Costpoint is demonstrating how industry-focused ERP software can help government contractors improve compliance, control project costs, and compete for new defense contracts. According to a Total Economic Impact™ study conducted by Forrester Consulting and announced by Deltek on June 11, 2026, organizations using Costpoint in the cloud could achieve significant financial and operational benefits.

Unlocking New Defense Contract Opportunities

One of the study’s key findings was that a modeled government contracting organization could unlock $300 million in annual U.S. Department of Defense contract opportunities through stronger compliance readiness. This is particularly important as contractors face increasingly demanding cybersecurity and regulatory requirements, including Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).

By bringing financial, project, and compliance information together, Costpoint helps organizations improve visibility into their operations and manage complex government contracting requirements more effectively.

Achieving a 126% Return on Investment

The study modeled a composite organization with $1 billion in annual contract-based sales revenue and 2,000 employees. This organization achieved a projected 126% ROI over three years, with an investment payback period of less than six months.

The modeled benefits extended beyond contract opportunities. Improved project visibility helped reduce cost overruns by 10%, recovering $2.5 million annually. The organization also reduced monthly financial close time by 30%, while eliminating on-premises infrastructure and customizations saved $1.67 million. Administrative efficiencies generated an additional $1.2 million in time savings over three years.

Why Cloud ERP Matters for Government Contractors

Moving to a cloud-based ERP platform can help contractors modernize legacy systems, reduce IT maintenance demands, and access financial and project information more efficiently. The study also highlighted benefits such as improved audit readiness, fewer manual workarounds, and better support for business changes, including mergers and acquisitions.

With compliance expectations increasing and agencies placing greater emphasis on cost transparency and accountability, these capabilities can help contractors identify risks earlier and make more informed decisions.

A More Competitive Future for Government Contracting

Deltek Costpoint combines financial management, project cost control, and compliance capabilities in a platform designed specifically for government contractors. The study’s findings suggest that the right ERP investment can do more than streamline back-office operations: it can help organizations strengthen compliance, protect project margins, and pursue new business opportunities.

The reported financial results are based on Forrester’s modeled composite organization and should not be interpreted as guaranteed outcomes for every Costpoint customer.