Consulting Weekly

Consulting Weekly is your fast, focused weekly update on the world of management consulting. In just a few minutes, we cover the latest moves at top firms, new thought leadership reports, industry shifts, and who’s stepping into key roles. Whether you're a consultant, client, or just consulting-curious, this is your insider brief on the business of consulting.

Consulting Weekly is a news podcast hosted by Philipp Weiser, with 27 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Philipp Weiser hosts Consulting Weekly, a news show with 27 episodes published.

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  Beyond the Slide Deck: How AI is Dismantling the Traditional Consulting Model

  Jul 16, 20265 min

  In this episode, we explore how professional services are fundamentally redesigning work around AI. We examine internal tools like McKinsey’s Lilli, which synthesizes proprietary knowledge, and BCG’s Deckster, which automates research and presentations. A major shift is the decline of PowerPoint; McKinsey is replacing traditional decks with live, AI-assisted websites that compress the standard "week-one answer" into an "hour-one answer." This automation of junior tasks is disrupting traditional hourly billing, pushing the industry toward outcome-based fees. Finally, we address how firms like Accenture are pivoting toward purposeful AI adoption that delivers measurable business value.

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  The Consulting AI Pivot: Is the Billable Hour Dead?

  Jul 2, 202623 min

  The management consulting industry is facing a "tectonic shift" as artificial intelligence moves from a buzzword to a fundamental disruptor of business models. In this episode, we dive into how the world’s most prestigious firms—including Deloitte, McKinsey, and BCG—are grappling with a world where AI can automate the research and analysis that once took junior consultants hundreds of hours. We explore the high-stakes transition from traditional hourly billing to fixed-fee and outcome-based pricing models, a move necessitated by AI's efficiency but complicated by audit regulations and risk management. We also take a look at the market's reaction, discussing Accenture’s recent stock tumble and what it signals about the declining demand for "classic" advisory services. Key topics covered in this episode: The Pricing Revolution: Why the industry's biggest players are moving away from the billable hour and the challenges of defining "successful outcomes" in an automated era. Winners and Losers: A look at how Roland Berger maintains leadership in a slowing German market, while others face "polarization" and leadership challenges. The Implementation Gap: Insights from Deloitte Germany on why companies are "AI-ready" but still struggling to turn experimentation into actual business value. Career Survival in the AI Era: Why a "high-agency" mindset and proactive problem-solving have become the ultimate career boosters as traditional junior roles face automation. The German Job Market: Analyzing the slow but steady rise of AI-related roles and why firms must prioritize workforce transformation now. Whether you are a veteran partner, an aspiring consultant, or a business leader, this episode provides a roadmap for navigating the €49 billion consulting landscape as it pivots toward a measurable, AI-driven future

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  BCG lead new consultancy ranking, McKinsey's AI platform was hacked

  Mar 20, 202620 minS0

  <p>Welcome to this week’s edition of our Consulting Industry Intelligence podcast—a must must-listen for professionals who want to stay ahead in management consulting. Don’t forget to subscribe and forward this briefing to your colleagues to ensure your entire team is up to speed on the latest trends and risks shaping our sector.</p><p>This issue features insights especially relevant for our competitive positioning and client advisory work. First, Capgemini’s “AI House” model promises to revolutionize hospital operations, demonstrating how digital transformation frameworks are reshaping healthcare consulting. Second, a recent cybersecurity breach at McKinsey’s internal AI pl...

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  OpenAI teams up with McKinsey, BCG, Accenture and Capgemini to bring its new AI agent platform, Frontier, into large enterprises

  Feb 26, 202619 minS0

  <p>This week’s episode brings together key developments shaping the consulting landscape, with a particular focus on digital transformation, AI integration, and the evolving role of consultants in corporate strategy. Notably, Capgemini Invent outlines how Agentic AI is set to revolutionize Germany’s public sector amidst mounting fiscal and workforce pressures. Meanwhile, McKinsey’s announcement of its ambitious AI-human parity target marks a significant shift in consulting operating models. Additionally, Oliver Wyman’s involvement in DB Cargo’s major restructuring highlights the ongoing need for robust turnaround expertise in challenging markets.</p><p>Inside, you’ll also find coverage on:</p><p>...

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  Strategic Shifts: McKinsey’s Asset Sale & PwC’s Market Projections

  Feb 13, 202617 minS0

  <p>This week’s episode features several developments that should be top-of-mind for management consultants seeking to stay ahead in a shifting industry landscape. Notably, Turned Around by Excelliance is scaling up with new partners and an ambitious investment strategy, highlighting a new model for hands-on restructuring. Meanwhile, McKinsey’s divestment of MIO Partners signals a strategic shift at one of the industry’s biggest names. Additionally, PwC’s Strategy& forecasts a $3.1 trillion transformation in the global food market, underscoring opportunities in health, sustainability, and tech-driven supply chains.</p><p>Stay informed on these stories and more to remain competitive in a rap...

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