About us

Our Mission | Our Commitment | Leadership | Our Clients | Success Stories

Our Mission

Profitability improvement, with project-based enterprises, is the focus of AMR’s consulting practice. Our clients – engineering, environmental, surveying, architectural and other consulting firms – must deliver projects over variable durations and consistently do this on-time, on-budget, and without surprises.

We achieve our mission by identifying and resolving problems with ERP software and business processes – systems that should be helping organizations schedule, track, invoice, and manage time & expenses – and control project performance.

Our commitment through the years

The Beginning

In 1988, after leaving an international consulting firm, Barry Goman starts a business advisory practice operating as Goman + Associates (G + A). Two years later, G + A assumes control of boutique consulting practice specializing in Wind2, a software solution for architectural and consulting engineering organizations.

1988

The Early Years

With an ever-expanding practice area devoted to ERP software evaluation and implementation, AMR Information Systems (G + A’s successor company) forms an alliance with Semaphore, Inc., the developer of the first window-based system specifically designed for A/E firms.
1995

Post Y2K

The success of Semaphore in Canada and the USA attracts the attention of Deltek Inc., one of the largest publishers of software for professional services organizations. Semaphore is acquired and AMR begins a partnership with Deltek. AMR adds Deltek Vision, a premier project-based ERP, to its core competencies.
2001

Another Growth Spurt

AMR’s business and team of expert consultants continue to expand. AMR purchases the Deltek practices of two other advisory firms operating in Western Canada. This marks the beginning of operations for AMR Group Limited.
2011

Building For the Future

Business advisory capabilities expand with the implementation of a talent acquisition strategy. This prepares the firm for sustained growth and the necessary shifting of responsibilities to AMR’s young leaders.
2015

AE Industry Alliance

AMR’s commitment to providing comprehensive business improvement, training, and education services is signified with its alliance with AEC Business Solutions. AEC’s founder, June Jewell, is the creator of the highly successful Find the Lost Dollars Business Management Training Program.
2017

Adapting to Change

Requests for additional information and advice regarding cloud computing, web-based systems, and data security begin to dominate client conversations. AMR’s enhanced technical team is well-positioned to offer and implement solutions. AMR’s Deltek clients are encouraged by the availability of the Vantagepoint ERP with a cloud deployment option.
2020

New Practice Area Launched

After many months of preparation, AMR begins offering ERP Assessment and Improvement services to project-based firms running any ERP. For many organizations ERP replacement is not necessary or not an option – and AMR will extend our reach to this segment of the market.
2022

The Beginning

In 1988, after leaving an international consulting firm, Barry Goman starts a business advisory practice operating as Goman + Associates (G + A). Two years later, G + A assumes control of boutique consulting practice specializing in Wind2, a software solution for architectural and consulting engineering organizations.

1988

The Early Years

With an ever-expanding practice area devoted to ERP software evaluation and implementation, AMR Information Systems (G + A’s successor company) forms an alliance with Semaphore, Inc., the developer of the first window-based system specifically designed for A/E firms.
1995

Post Y2K

The success of Semaphore in Canada and the USA attracts the attention of Deltek Inc., one of the largest publishers of software for professional services organizations. Semaphore is acquired and AMR begins a partnership with Deltek. AMR adds Deltek Vision, a premier project-based ERP, to its core competencies.
2001

Another Growth Spurt

AMR’s business and team of expert consultants continue to expand. AMR purchases the Deltek practices of two other advisory firms operating in Western Canada. This marks the beginning of operations for AMR Group Limited.
2011

Building For the Future

Business advisory capabilities expand with the implementation of a talent acquisition strategy. This prepares the firm for sustained growth and the necessary shifting of responsibilities to AMR’s young leaders.
2015

AE Industry Alliance

AMR’s commitment to providing comprehensive business improvement, training, and education services is signified with its alliance with AEC Business Solutions. AEC’s founder, June Jewell, is the creator of the highly successful Find the Lost Dollars Business Management Training Program.
2017

Adapting to Change

Requests for additional information and advice regarding cloud computing, web-based systems, and data security begin to dominate client conversations. AMR’s enhanced technical team is well-positioned to offer and implement solutions. AMR’s Deltek clients are encouraged by the availability of the Vantagepoint ERP with a cloud deployment option.
2020

New Practice Area Launched

After many months of preparation, AMR begins offering ERP Assessment and Improvement services to project-based firms running any ERP. For many organizations ERP replacement is not necessary or not an option – and AMR will extend our reach to this segment of the market.
2022

Our clients

Our partnerships extend to Canada’s top service firms, renowned for executing highly intricate, thrilling, and innovative projects that mould our Country. By collaborating with these industry trailblazers, we provide technology solutions that foster progress and enhance their operational efficiency. Among our valued clients are:
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Leadership

Our professional staff has delivered hundreds of complex application and technical solutions for both large and small organizations, and our technical competencies include the nuances and challenges of implementing cloud-based solutions for our clients.

Barry Goman

CMC, CPA, CMA

Barry’s focus and passion for entrepreneurship have helped AMR’s business adapt and expand for over 25 years. He is an expert team builder, project leader, and facilitator. Barry’s current priorities include further development of AMR’s business education practice area and, with assistance from AMR’s emerging leaders, planning for long-term growth.

Melissa Christie

CPA, CGA

A professional accountant and technically savvy, Melissa has 10+ years’ experience working in a variety of services-based industries. With AMR, she plays a key role in systems analysis, training, and executing solutions that address a broad range of client issues. Melissa’s product expertise includes Deltek Vision, Deltek Vantagepoint, and QuickBooks.

Steve Hillier

B.SC.

Steve has over 20 years of tech experience. Prior to joining AMR he was Director of IT for a global engineering firm where he led the migration from the Vision ERP to the Deltek Cloud. Steve is a versatile professional with a wide array of technical capabilities including data conversions, cloud migrations & advanced reporting solutions.

Michelene Maguire

Marketing

As the fractional CMO of AMR, Michelene’s primary area of expertise lies in acquisition strategy. She works closely with the leadership team to enhance AMR’s visibility and facilitate its growth. Like the rest of the AMR team, Michelene places great emphasis on client fit and satisfaction, making it her top priority.

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