Tools & Templates
Running an A&E firm is complex, but the right tools can make it easier. These resources, templates, and tools were built to help you streamline operations, improve profitability, and focus on the work you love so you can build a thriving, efficient firm with confidence.

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2025 Architecture Benchmarking Report
Architecture is changing. Competition is growing. And firm leaders are under more pressure than ever to make the right decisions. Whether it’s iterating on the best design solution for your clients or designing your firm’s operations to consistently be profitable, owners need clarity to lead with confidence. That clarity starts with understanding how your firm is really performing—and how it compares to the rest of the industry.

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2025 Engineering Benchmarking Report
Engineering firm leaders face constant pressure to increase efficiency, manage growing teams, and keep projects profitable. But without clear benchmarks, it’s hard to know if your numbers are on track. Whether you’re monitoring utilization, managing labor costs, or forecasting revenue, it’s difficult to make the right decisions without industry context. The 2025 Engineering Firm Benchmarking Report helps you change that.

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AE Firm Maturity Index
Is your firm operating at peak efficiency, or are hidden challenges holding you back? The BQE Firm Maturity Index is a short, 14-question quiz provides a clear understanding of where your A&E business stands and uncovers actionable insights to advance to the next level.

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Firm Valuation Calculator
Understanding your AE firm’s value is the first step toward smarter business decisions, whether you’re planning for growth, succession, or a future sale. Get a quick, data-driven estimate with BQE's Firm Valuation Calculator and see where your firm stands.

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Revenue Projection Template
Plan with confidence using our Revenue Projection Template. Forecast future income across your project pipeline to make informed business decisions.

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Client Onboarding Checklist
Set every project up for success with our Client Onboarding Checklist. Use it to streamline communication, align expectations, and start every client relationship on solid ground.

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Project Closeout Checklist
Finish strong with our Project Closeout Checklist. This tool helps you wrap up deliverables, document key info, and ensure nothing slips through the cracks at project completion.

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Milestone Billing Template
Stay organized and get paid on time with our Milestone Billing Template. Easily track billing phases, progress, and payments across every project.

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Process Mapping Checklist
Before you can streamline your workflows, you need to know if your firm is ready. This checklist is built for architecture and engineering firms that want to improve their systems and processes but aren't sure how to begin. Use it to align leadership, assess your current processes, and take the first step toward a more organized, scalable operation. Download the free checklist to get started.

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Business Planning Basics for Architects: A BQE Course
Leading a design firm offers a variety of unique challenges and opportunities. In this course, we will explore strategies for business planning and effective management within an environment of unpredictability, including case studies illustrating best practices.

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2024 Architecture Benchmarking Report
We've analyzed data from over 1,400 firms across the US using BQE CORE software. By filtering and anonymizing this data, we're able to provide a clear snapshot of industry averages and best practices for the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) architecture firms should regularly monitor. Download for free.

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2024 Engineering Benchmarking Report
We've analyzed data from over 1,400 firms across the US using BQE CORE software. By filtering and anonymizing this data, we're able to provide a clear snapshot of industry averages and best practices for the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) engineering firms should regularly monitor.Download for free.