Unanet Introduces Champ AI Copilot to Revolutionize ERP in Architecture and Engineering Industries
Unanet has made a significant leap forward in project-based ERP solutions with the introduction of Champ™, powered by Wyatt. This cutting-edge AI copilot is specifically designed to assist architecture and engineering (AE) firms in navigating complex ERP inquiries, transforming them into quick, precise responses alongside automated workflows.
Founded on a foundation of AI-first principles, Unanet aims to enhance growth solutions tailored for project-driven organizations. The Champ AI copilot represents the latest addition to Unanet's suite of natural language AI tools, offering AE companies a secure method to harness their business data effectively. By delivering straightforward and accurate analyses and insights, this innovation addresses a critical gap highlighted in the 2025 AEC Inspire Report, where nearly fifty percent of surveyed AE firms admitted to insufficient tools for data access and analysis.
The initial feedback from users of Champ AI for ERP has been overwhelmingly positive. Mark Bertsch, CFO of AE Works, emphasizes the tool's intelligence: "This isn't just AI for reporting. It's an intelligent agent that gathers data, applies my criteria, drills deeper when something looks off, and returns recommendations. That's a massive step forward in decision-making.”
Built natively into Unanet AE ERP, Champ offers a user-friendly, natural-language interface that empowers finance, operations, project leaders, and executives to receive answers, delegate intricate analyses, and automate essential functions without relying heavily on spreadsheets or specialized skills. This tool allows firms to
- - Streamline structured and unstructured data into a unified source of truth
- - Address and advise on crucial business inquiries regarding metrics such as cash flow, profitability, utilization, and project risk
- - Allocate tasks to intelligent agents capable of monitoring performance and executing workflows seamlessly
- - Evolve over time as the system adapts to the specific operational needs of individual firms
Steve Karp, Unanet's Chief Innovation Officer, reflects on this advancement: "AE firms have waited for AI to deliver on the hype, and now it's finally here. Our objective has always been to weave AI solutions inherently into our tools, enabling customers to use them confidently and see tangible value in their operations. Positive user experiences further validate this approach, showcasing significant business advantages from enhanced proposal development to improved project margins.”
Champ for ERP, powered by Wyatt, was carefully crafted in collaboration with Unanet's Wyatt investment group. It incorporates a governed reasoning framework that is uniquely designed for ERP data, ensuring that outputs are consistent, accurate, and easily interpretable. Each response is subject to role-based permissions, auditability, and traceability back to its sources, instilling trustworthiness in enterprise financial and project settings.
In discussing the vision behind the partnership with Wyatt, co-founder Matt Pantana states, "From the beginning, our aim was to embed expert-level intelligence right into the workflow, turning every ERP user into a power user. By blending rich ERP context with an engaging user experience, we ensure that the copilot doesn’t merely answer questions but actively propels the business forward, saving teams both time and cost while generating significant impact.”
Champ for ERP, powered by Wyatt, is currently available for existing Unanet AE ERP customers, making it easier than ever for AE firms to leverage AI technology to enhance their operational efficiency and decision-making capabilities.
About Unanet
Unanet stands out as the leader in AI-first ERP and growth software designed exclusively for project-based businesses. With over 4,200 satisfied clients across government contracting, architecture, engineering, and construction sectors, Unanet seamlessly integrates financial operations, project management, and business initiatives through sophisticated automation and compliance mechanisms. This integration empowers stakeholders to make informed decisions in real time, facilitating growth from project inception to profitability. To learn more about Unanet's solutions, visit
unanet.com.