Project controls are evolving fast. But legacy tools like Deltek Acumen Fuse still force teams to slog through complex interfaces, manual forensic analysis, and static reports.
Meanwhile, IQ‑Insights is redefining schedule analytics with real-time AI, plain-language interaction, and zero setup overhead.
Here’s why leading project teams are switching to IQ‑Insights—and leaving Acumen Fuse behind.
Where Acumen Fuse Falls Short
Acumen Fuse is known for its depth of metrics—but that depth comes at a cost:
- Complexity overload: 500+ metrics buried in tabs, dashboards, and setup screens.
- Slow time-to-value: Average deployment takes 4–6 months, with heavy IT involvement.
- Manual forensic analysis: Comparing schedule versions is a slow, manual process.
- No AI capabilities: Fuse cannot answer natural language questions, summarize risks, or explain delays interactively.
- Annual license & maintenance: Typical cost starts at $5,000+ per user, plus the overhead of updates and training.
For many teams, that’s simply not sustainable.
IQ‑Insights: Built for Today’s Projects
IQ‑Insights replaces static dashboards and complex forensic workflows with on-demand, AI-powered answers:
- Ask any question in plain English—get schedule insights, delay root causes, and critical path shifts in seconds.
- Instant change tracking—see what’s changed across versions without manual setup.
- Real-time reporting—generate narrative reports automatically, ready to share with stakeholders.
- Browser-based, zero install—start using IQ‑Insights in hours, no IT required.
Summary
| Category | IQ‑Insights | Deltek Acumen Fuse |
|---|---|---|
| Deployment | Instant deployment—100% browser-based, no IT required | Requires complex installation, setup, and maintenance |
| Onboarding Time | Go live in hours, not days | Takes 4–6 months to deploy and configure |
| User Experience | Plain-language, no training needed, intuitive for all users | Complicated UI, 220+ page manual, steep learning curve |
| AI Capabilities | Conversational AI Copilot—ask questions, get answers in real time | None—no AI features or interactivity |
| Schedule Analytics | Critical path, delay analysis, & root cause in plain English | 500+ metrics, but requires manual setup and interpretation |
| Change Tracking | Real-time automated change tracking across versions | Manual forensic comparison between snapshots |
| Reporting | Auto-generated, shareable reports in natural language | Complex, customizable reports require setup and expertise |
| Integration | Seamless ingestion from P6, MS Project, or any CPM export—no plugins | Requires file conversion and manual import setup |
| Updates & Maintenance | Continuous updates with no downtime | Annual release cycles; updates require IT and licensing management |
| Cost & Licensing | Flexible SaaS pricing, free to start, no long-term commitment | $5,000+ annual cost, locked into licensing agreements |
Bottom Line
Acumen Fuse was built for a world of manual forensics and complex dashboards. It’s powerful—but outdated.
IQ‑Insights puts AI at the core of schedule analytics—giving you real-time answers, change tracking, and narrative reporting without months of setup or IT involvement.
If you’re ready to replace static snapshots with live insights, it’s time to make the switch
