Industry
Government Technology and Defense
Employees
35,000+ people
Challenges
- Lack of Integration
- Inefficient Workflows
- Limited Budget Tracking
- Disparate Data
The SAIC Story
Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a leading technology integrator and IT services provider, primarily serving government sectors including defense, intelligence, space, and civilian sectors. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC is known for advancing technology to support and protect global missions.
Previous Project Management Software
SAIC relied on a combination of email and
Excel spreadsheets to manage complex project approval workflows, budgets, and tracking, leading to inefficiencies and potential for missed items in critical operations.
Project Management Pain Points
- Lack of Integration: Disconnected systems created bottlenecks and manual tasks in tracking approvals, travel requests, and budget updates.
- Inefficient Workflows: The reliance on email and spreadsheets made collaboration and tracking difficult across distributed teams, leading to delays.
- Limited Budget Tracking: Real-time visibility into project budgets and expenses was challenging, hindering informed decision-making about resource allocation.
- Disparate Data: Information was spread across various tools and systems, making it difficult to compile comprehensive reports and maintain accurate project oversight.
How has Project Insight Helped SAIC?
- Custom Forms and Automated Workflows: Project Insight's custom form builder revolutionized SAIC's workflows. They created tailored forms for travel requests, purchase orders, and other critical processes, all with automated approval routing. This ensured proper authorization and drastically reduced manual intervention.
- Real-Time Budget Tracking: Project Insight automatically updates budgets as requests are processed and approved, providing SAIC with up-to-the-minute visibility into project finances. This allows for proactive budget management and informed decision-making.
- Centralized Platform for Collaboration: Project Insight replaced cumbersome email chains and scattered spreadsheets with a unified platform. This centralized hub enables seamless tracking of approvals, budgets, and project progress, fostering better collaboration and transparency.
- Private Cloud Deployment: Project Insight's private cloud deployment within the government's secure environment ensured that SAIC's sensitive data remained protected while still benefiting from a modern project management solution.
Why is Project Insight a Great Solution for SAIC?
- Government Compliance: Project Insight's customizable forms and workflows, along with automated tracking and auditing capabilities, enable SAIC to meet stringent government compliance requirements.
- Efficiency and Visibility: The platform has streamlined complex processes, saving SAIC significant time and resources while providing real-time visibility into projects and budgets.
- Scalability and Adaptability: Project Insight's flexible architecture allows SAIC to create multiple workspaces tailored to specific programs, ensuring the solution can scale and adapt to the unique needs of each project.
How does SAIC’s Project Management Work Now?
SAIC now operates with a streamlined, centralized project management system that integrates seamlessly with their existing tools and workflows. Project Insight has become a critical tool for managing budgets,
tracking approvals, and ensuring compliance across various government programs.