EA659: Ashish Desai - How Architecture Firms Can Use Data to Thrive

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 the profession. This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, How Architecture Firms Can Use Data to Thrive with Ashish Desai. Learn more about Ashish at Monograph , check out the Monograph 2026 Benchmark Report , or connect with him on LinkedIn . Please Visit Our Platform Sponsors Arcatemy is Arcat's Continuing Education Program. Listen to Arcat's Detailed podcast and earn HSW credits. As a trusted provider, Arcat ensures you earn AIA CE credits while advancing your expertise and career in architecture. Learn more at Arcat.com/continuing-education . WeCollabify helps small architecture firms build sustainable capacity through an insourcing model that integrates skilled BIM and technical professionals directly into your team—working in your time zone, inside your systems. Learn how to scale with intention at wecollabify.com/entrearchitect . Visit our Platform Sponsors today and thank them for supporting YOU... The EntreArchitect Community of small firm architects.

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EA659: Ashish Desai - How Architecture Firms Can Use Data to Thrive is an episode from EntreArchitect Podcast with Mark R. LePage by EntreArchitect // Gābl Media.

This episode is 37:55 long.

This episode was published on May 8, 2026.

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