Today's Management Consulting Pulse
KPMG partners with Anthropic to embed Claude AI across its global workforce
KPMG announced a global alliance with Anthropic to integrate the Claude large‑language model into its Digital Gateway platform. The move gives every employee in 138 countries direct access to the AI tool and positions KPMG as Anthropic’s preferred consulting partner for private‑equity firms, marking the most extensive AI commitment among the Big Four.
Digital vs IT vs Business Strategy
Mithun A. Sridharan warns that conflating Business, IT and Digital strategies creates misaligned investments and stalls growth. Business strategy defines the firm’s destination and competitive edge, while IT strategy secures the technical backbone, and Digital strategy reshapes value creation through technology. He argues that the three must be sequenced—Business first, then Digital, then IT—to avoid siloed spending and technical debt. The article provides a deconstruction method for executives to clarify ambiguous strategic statements.
Consultancies Hit Hard by Client AI Savings Demands
Consultancies face 'rug pull' as clients demand #AI savings https://t.co/Fk1uRfEV0l #ArtificialIntelligence #Finserv @SpirosMargaris @efipm @Khulood_Almani @AkwyZ @ahier @FrRonconi @BetaMoroney
Aligning Strategy, People, and Communications During Facility Closures
In 2025 a leading manufacturer consolidated six distribution centers into a single, centralized facility to cut costs and stabilize operations. The company enlisted BDO’s Global Employer Services and People Strategy & Solutions teams to manage the people‑side and communications of...
Define Future Processes Before S/4HANA to Avoid Delays
Organizations often jump into S/4HANA implementation without defining their future state business processes. This leads to rushed decisions, project delays, or consultants making choices without considering your strategy and priorities. #S4HANA #BusinessProcess #ProjectManagement https://t.co/6WX2iBOXaT
KPMG Unveils 2026 Global Tech Report Highlighting AI, Quantum and ROI‑Driven Strategies
KPMG released its Global Tech Report 2026, warning that AI, quantum computing and other next‑generation technologies are reshaping business models. The report urges leaders to adopt ROI‑focused frameworks, address tech debt and talent gaps, and build adaptive cultures to capture...
Dawgen Global Leads People‑First Integration of Caribbean Bank Merger
Two comparable Caribbean financial services firms completed a merger and hired Dawgen Global to execute a people‑first integration. Using the proprietary PEOPLE360°™ framework, the consultancy will manage ten workstreams over a twelve‑month horizon to align cultures, roles, and compensation. The...
UK Planning Consultancy Planning By Design Shows Profitable AI Rollout in Land‑Use Planning
Planning By Design, a UK planning consultancy, has turned its AI experiment into a profit centre, automating customer engagement, project management and sales workflows. The firm credits its custom assistant Aisa and a problem‑first approach for delivering measurable efficiency gains...
Bill Klimon to Headline NAPA Legal Institute’s National Lawyers Conference
Bill Klimon, a leading practice‑management expert, has been announced as the headline speaker for the NAPA Legal Institute’s National Lawyers Conference. The event, slated for later this year, will bring together law‑firm leaders to debate practice‑management reforms and emerging policy...
Directions North America 2026 Preview: Challenges on the Journey to BC Migration Success
At Directions North America 2026, a new session titled “15 Real‑Life Questions to Ask Before Your Migration to Business Central” will spotlight the strategic pitfalls that derail ERP migrations. The presenter argues that many organizations treat migration as a simple...
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In its centennial flagship event, McKinsey gathered CEOs and CXOs from leading Chinese and multinational firms to discuss a fundamental shift in China’s growth logic—from high‑speed expansion to structural optimization. Chairman Joe Ngai warned companies must move from “getting bigger”...
Managing Change in the Era of Agentic AI
The New #DigitalTransformation: Lessons In Change Management For #AgenticAI by Lori Schafer @Forbes Learn more: https://t.co/3nzcWbGG1f #GenerativeAI #ArtificialIntelligence #MachineLearning #ML https://t.co/edipJufJYG
EY Issues Private‑Markets Playbook Highlighting Real‑Estate Investment Pressures
EY released a strategy brief that outlines how private‑market investors can navigate rising inflation, tighter financing and shifting valuations in real‑estate portfolios. The paper notes global private‑market assets under management are near $15 trillion and could top $30 trillion by 2030, underscoring...
EY Issues Five‑Question Playbook to Turn Bank Tech Spend Into Value
EY released a new advisory outlining five strategic questions that banks should ask to convert soaring technology budgets into measurable value. The guidance, based on research covering 25 major banks that spend over $4 billion annually on tech, targets CFOs and...
Utilities' $713 Billion Digital Push Opens New Consulting Frontiers
Utilities are set to invest $713 billion in grid digitalization over the next six years, a wave that is creating massive opportunities for management consultants to guide strategy, financing and implementation. The shift is spurred by renewable growth, EV charging and...
CohnReznick Hires Accenture Veteran Margaret Smith as Partner, CAO and Chief Transformation Officer
CohnReznick announced that Margaret Smith, a former senior managing director at Accenture, will join as Partner, Chief Administration Officer and Chief Transformation Officer. Smith brings more than 30 years of global leadership, including scaling Accenture’s contract‑management team to over 1,200...
Kyndryl Posts $15.1B Revenue, 48% Signings Growth, Boosts Consulting Segment
Kyndryl Holdings announced $15.1 billion in revenue for fiscal 2025 and a 48% jump in full‑year signings, driven by a 45% Q4 surge in its consulting segment. The results underscore accelerating demand for managed services and digital‑transformation projects, positioning the firm...
Speak the CEO’s Language to Secure Data Funding
Cheat code for getting a data project funded: Open your CEO's annual report. Steal their exact phrases. Build your pitch in their own words. "Very rarely anybody's going to argue with you." Scott Taylor. https://t.co/9JsUcemtlD
Associate Partner vs Director
The article clarifies the distinct functions of Directors and Associate Partners in professional‑service firms. Directors are technical leaders who ensure delivery quality, manage internal systems, and mentor talent. Associate Partners transition toward ownership, focusing on business development, client relationships, and...
Cresta Adds United Airlines, Aqua Finance and Accenture to Enterprise AI Roster
Cresta announced expanded collaborations with United Airlines, finance‑tech provider Aqua Finance and consulting leader Accenture. The partnerships will embed Cresta’s AI agents into customer‑facing workflows and finance operations, signaling the startup’s push into high‑value enterprise segments. Executives highlighted the moves...
Hammer Unveils AI Works Programme to Power Partner‑Led AI Delivery
Hammer has launched AI Works, a new end‑to‑end AI ecosystem that equips partners with tools, a portal and a lab to deliver AI projects across organisations. The programme targets the persistent ROI challenges of AI adoption by uniting vendors, integrators...
Deloitte and IIF Release Study on Five Enablers Driving Digital Transformation in Finance
Deloitte and the Institute of International Finance (IIF) unveiled a new report pinpointing five overlapping themes that enable digital transformation in banks, insurers and regulators. The study draws on interviews with more than 80 senior leaders and marks the second...
Your Role Shapes the Future with ServiceNow Futures
The future will happen to you or because of you. Introducing @ServiceNow Futures 🔭 https://www.linkedin.com/posts/briansolis_putaitoworkforpeople-ai-quantum-activity-7450577267103121408-zhda
Balancing Agent-First Architecture with Human Buyer Relationships
How does an enterprise pivot to an “agent-first” architecture without completely alienating its traditional human buyers? https://t.co/YV3RT3pqcl @DLAIgnite #SocialSelling #DigitalSelling #Leadership #ArtificialIntelligence #AIAgents #AI #Strategy #Marketing #MarketingSuccess #MarketingStrategy #Branding
ERP Software Blog Names Top Microsoft Dynamics Partners for Retail and Food-Beverage
ERP Software Blog announced its 2026 editorial ranking of the best Microsoft Dynamics ERP implementation partners for retail, consumer goods and food‑and‑beverage. The list spotlights nine firms with deep vertical experience, ranging from 5 to 37 years, and underscores a...
Guide Shows AI Can Pull DevOps Out of Break‑Fix Cycle
The New Stack has released a guide that details three practical steps for moving from a reactive break‑fix model to an AI‑assisted, proactive DevOps approach. It warns that 42% of organizations see major incidents hurting developer morale and argues that...
SGS and Sami Unveil UK Decarbonisation Platform to Convert Carbon Data Into Actionable Projects
SGS and sustainability software firm Sami have launched a UK‑wide decarbonisation platform that merges automated carbon data capture with SGS’s consulting pedigree. The service, already used by over 2,000 European firms, aims to shift carbon reporting from a compliance chore...
Kyndryl Posts $15.1B Revenue, 48% Signings Growth in Q4 2025
Kyndryl announced $15.1 billion in revenue for fiscal 2025 and a 48% jump in full‑year signings, driven by managed IT services and a surge in hyperscaler‑related work. The results mark a turnaround to positive constant‑currency growth after years of decline and...
Cisco and PwC Lead Surge in AI Upskilling as Firms Brace for Automation
Cisco and PwC are scaling AI upskilling programs, mandating core AI literacy for all staff and embedding hands‑on training that cut call times by 30% at Wyndham. The moves reflect a broader corporate push to prepare workers for automation and...
Effective Change Management Demands More Than Training
Most people misunderstand change management. Relying solely on training and communications from vendors or integrators is insufficient. True success requires a robust strategy beyond these small aspects. #ChangeManagement #ProjectSuccess https://t.co/Nl7UBG1pmC
Consultant vs Coach
The article draws a clear line between consultants and coaches, emphasizing that consultants own the answer and deliver tangible solutions, while coaches help leaders uncover answers within themselves. It explains how technical challenges demand consulting expertise, whereas adaptive, people‑centric issues...
EcoVadis-Accenture Study: $1.6 Trillion Cost Drives Procurement Innovation
EcoVadis and Accenture released a joint 2026 Sustainable Procurement Barometer that puts the $1.6 trillion annual revenue drag from supply‑chain disruptions into sharp focus. The study finds 80% of the top‑performing 10% of companies now cite innovation, not compliance, as the...
Wipro Flags Growth Slowdown as Large Deal Delays Hit Q4 FY26, Pipeline Remains Strong
Wipro Ltd. posted Q4 FY26 revenue of about $2.9 bn and an EBIT margin of 17.3%, warning that delays in closing large contracts are slowing growth. The company said its deal pipeline remains broad and robust across geographies, providing confidence for...
From Systems Setup to Strategic Growth: My Evolved Roadmap
In 2020, I created something called the Systems Elevation Roadmap. At the time, my focus was about helping founders organize and build the systems inside their businesses so things could run more smoothly. And for where many businesses were at that stage,...
HR Path Acquires Brazil's GDT Brasil to Bolster Global HR Consulting Footprint
HR Path announced the acquisition of GDT Brasil, a Brazilian management and strategy consultancy, expanding its presence to 29 countries and over 2,600 professionals. The deal deepens HR Path's service offering in change management and human‑capital strategy, building on its...
AI Divide: Exec Praise vs Employee Anxiety
"Different realities are happening inside the same company. Executives are celebrating time saved and progress made. employees are quietly paying an AI tax through rework, uncertainty, and rising anxiety. When those realities drift apart, AI does not scale." https://briansolis.substack.com/p/the-ai-divide-is-a-leadership-crisis
AI‑Driven Reorgs Double Startup Revenue via Process Change
A recent study of 515 startups: firms that reorganized around AI completed 12% more tasks and generated nearly 2x higher revenue. That doubling came from process change, not product change. Source: Harvard Business School
BearingPoint Study Finds Over One-Third of Firms Lag on Climate Goals Amid AI Surge
BearingPoint’s latest thought‑leadership report shows that over one‑third of surveyed enterprises are already missing science‑based climate targets, citing AI’s growing energy demand as a key obstacle. The findings highlight a widening gap between sustainability pledges and operational execution.
Are Your Five Whys Turning Into a Tangled Mess?
Many teams treat the Five Whys as a first‑step brainstorming tool, which often leads to circular discussions and superficial fixes. The article argues that the root cause analysis should begin with a clear understanding of the process, followed by data...
Dan Herbatschek Launches Ramsey Theory Capital to Bridge Strategy and Tech Execution
Dan Herbatschek, a Columbia‑trained applied mathematician, founded Ramsey Theory Capital LLC on April 16, 2026 in New York. The firm promises to translate high‑level strategic intent into scalable, data‑driven technology solutions, a capability the founder says is missing from many...
LRQA Acquires Partner Africa to Boost ESG Advisory Across the Continent
London-based LRQA has bought responsible sourcing adviser Partner Africa, marking its first acquisition in the EMEA region and widening its ESG consulting footprint across Africa. The deal adds deep regional expertise to LRQA’s portfolio of quality, cybersecurity and climate services.
A Minute With Alan® — The Low Bar
Alan Weiss, PhD, published a new entry in his "A Minute With Alan" series titled "The Low Bar" on April 17, 2026. The micro‑format delivers a concise business insight in under a minute, continuing the brand’s habit of quick, actionable...
AI Transformation Starts with People, Not Platforms
The article argues that AI transformation begins with people, not platforms, emphasizing that confidence, curiosity, and capability are the true drivers of change. It likens AI to a child that grows through guidance, urging leaders to shift from tool‑centric questions...
AI Projects Fail When Business Bridge Is Missing
42% of AI initiatives fail. Not because the tech doesn't work. Because nobody built the bridge between a working model and a working business outcome. The viability gap is organizational, not technical. Five layers worth auditing before your board asks first. https://t.co/y89hUiqrly
Deloitte to Slash PTO, Parental Leave and IVF Funding for U.S. Center Staff Starting 2027
Deloitte announced that, effective Jan. 1 2027, employees in its U.S. “Center” talent model will see annual paid time off, parental leave, pension contributions and IVF funding reduced or eliminated. The move is part of a broader talent‑architecture overhaul aimed at aligning...
Firms Ramp Up AI Upskilling as Automation Threat Looms
Major corporations are fast‑tracking AI upskilling initiatives to shield workers from automation. Cisco mandates AI training for all employees, while PwC reports that its clients are seeing productivity gains after reskilling. The push coincides with bipartisan legislation offering tax credits...
McKinsey and Alice Technologies Form Alliance
McKinsey and Alice Technologies have formalized a commercial alliance to deliver AI‑driven, generative scheduling for large capital projects. The partnership, built on five years of joint work, is already deployed with more than 35 clients across infrastructure, energy, mining and...
Master Change Management to Unlock Post‑Go‑Live Value
Projects often fail due to poor change management, but successful organizations master it. Go-live won't be perfect; expect turbulence and a productivity dip. True value emerges weeks or months post-go-live through optimization. #ChangeManagement #ProjectSuccess https://t.co/gwaAKgeMbQ
Consultant vs Interim Manager
Corporate leaders must decide between hiring a consultant, who provides strategic diagnosis and an external perspective, or an interim manager, who steps into the organization with legal authority to execute decisions. The article highlights that consultants excel at identifying knowledge...
Accenture Buys Spanish AI Firm Keepler, Adding 240 Experts to Its Data Practice
Accenture announced the acquisition of Keepler, a Spanish data and AI consultancy, bringing a 240‑person team in Madrid, London and Lisbon into its AI and data analytics practice. The deal, terms undisclosed, deepens Accenture’s end‑to‑end AI offering and positions it...
EY Unveils EY.ai Value Blueprints to Accelerate AI‑Native Transformations
EY announced the launch of EY.ai Value Blueprints, a new suite of AI accelerators designed to help companies move beyond incremental AI adoption toward fully integrated, AI‑native operations. The offering targets the 87% of senior leaders who report major obstacles...