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Ashish Desai discusses how architecture firms can leverage data and AI for improved management and efficiency.

How Architecture Firms Can Use Data to Thrive Ashish Desai, CEO of Monograph, joins the EntreArchitect Podcast to discuss architecture firm management software and the future of AI in practice. He explains how architecture firm management software can help firms improve profitability, forecasting, and operational efficiency. Ashish shares why many architecture firms struggle to connect business performance with everyday project management. Before becoming CEO in 2026, Ashish led product and design at Monograph as Chief Product Officer. Earlier in his career, he helped scale companies like 99designs and Handshake by focusing on user experience and product strategy. As a result, he brings a unique perspective on how technology can help architecture firms work more efficiently while staying people-centered. In this episode, Ashish and Mark discuss the growing gap between thriving firms and struggling firms in today’s market. They also explore how AI can support project management, staffing, forecasting, and decision-making inside architecture practices. Finally, Ashish shares practical advice for firm leaders who want to build stronger businesses while preparing for the future of…

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Host: Mark R. LePage

Guest: Ashish Desai

Topics covered

• architecture firm management
• data utilization
• AI in architecture
• profitability
• operational efficiency
• project management

Keywords

• architecture
• data
• AI
• firm management
• profitability
• forecasting
• operational efficiency

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Monograph, Gābl Media, 99designs, Handshake

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