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How accurate were our 2024 predictions? In our latest Trends Report, Experts weigh in with their reactions and perspectives. Read it now >> https://lnkd.in/e4hfZtXf

It's useful to see a new perspective on the consulting industry from the people who really matter - the clients. While they often don't want to share their own personal experiences, this study highlights how they perceive traditional firms today. The article below highlights a study that surveyed over 700 executives and found that when hiring McKinsey / BCG / Bain 84% of the time they were 'no help at all' and 3% of the time got in the way of the work. This isn't surprising. These firms have incredibly talented people who are excellent at large strategy engagements, but they're increasingly getting taking on implementation work. Directors and VPs at companies don't want solutions from people who haven't actually been in their seat, and firms aren't positioned to provide custom-solutions that require an understanding of how the company ticks. What does it lead to? Cookie cutter solutions that don't take into account the nuances of the client and an organization that doesn't feel set up to take the work and run with it. That's why we continue to hear clients are looking for a new way, and we believe Consulting 2.0 is it! And big thanks to Karen Thomas-Bland for sharing the article!!!

ICYMI: Our Mid-Year Trends Report is out! (link to download it below) In addition to following up on the predictions we made in January about growth, AI, supply chain, investment activity, and brand influencers, we highlighted several incredibly talented new Catalant Experts: Yvonne Gyimah Nehal D. Nikolaas Rossillion Akshaya Gulhati Andrew D. Alex Nesbitt John Bogert Interested in working with these pros? Reach out to us for an introduction!

By now, this isn't a surprising statistic to hear. Traditional firms haven't evolved their model to fit what most executives are looking for today -- the operating experience from someone who's stood in their shoes before. Traditional firms have really smart advisors, but lack operators. That's one reason why so many talented former consultants with operating experience choose to become independent consultants and get on Catalant, to find a mutual fit with clients who need their precise expertise. Clients love being able to use Catalant to find the right person, at the right time, who's solved their specific problem before.

Will 2024 be a year of growth? Are enterprises transitioning from supply chain defense to supply chain offense? Will Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce get married? Does PE run on talent? (IYKYK) ✨ All of this and more is covered in our Mid-Year Trends Report! ✨ We’re looking back on our 2024 predictions with analysis and commentary from credentialed Catalant Experts plus data from our platform, all of which tells a story of the strategic priorities of the world’s leading companies. You won’t want to miss this one! Download it here: https://lnkd.in/eDQhCrP4

Do you know your AI-Q? Researchers from the Laboratory for Innovation Science at Harvard, Remote-First.Institute, Weekly Workforce, and Open Assembly are leading a groundbreaking study about AI adoption among the knowledge worker population. Rather than a static survey, spend 15 minutes with this AI-guided interview, which not only collects information but also gives you personalized recommendations for AI tools and courses based on your unique position on the adoption curve. https://lnkd.in/ePbadkNP 👉 Quick Recap: - 15-minute interview - Get your personal AI Maturity Index score - Receive free AI guides and tool recommendations - Shape the future of work!

Consulting firms, agencies, and independent consultants face industry disruption. Risks exist, but so do opportunities. Here's my latest article in Inc. Magazine that outlines key trends, challenges, and opportunities facing consulting in the future. Consulting is ripe for disruption due to five factors inherent with today's old models: 1. Labor-intensive 2. Time-based business model 3. High margins 4. Time-bound value 5. Knowledge commoditization Converging trends are driving this disruption, but the flip side of disruption are opportunities to leverage these for innovation: 1. The rise of AI and automation 2. Digital transformation as a service 3. The gig economy and freelance consultants 4. Client expectations and value delivery In the article I also reference platforms that can be leveraged to scale new models including Upwork, Talmix, and Umbrex and Catalant Technologies. #consulting #managementconsulting #businessconsulting #consultants https://lnkd.in/gxh-pTSM

Recent economic turmoil poses more uncertainty for companies and freelancers alike. Jon Younger PhD sat down with freelance platform CEOs to get their perspectives on the current enivorment's impact on clients and talent around the world. Patrick Petitti, Catalant CEO, shared what we're seeing: "We’ve clearly entered a period where corporate leaders put greater emphasis on highly effective operations and execution relative to less ROI-driven growth. This pushes companies to seek real expertise and operational experience rather than teams of smart but relatively inexperienced young consultants. At Catalant our Clients (1B+ revenue Corporates and PE-backed companies) partner with us to build non-traditional consulting teams incorporating experienced professionals from top firms and former operating leaders. This drives better execution and much higher ROI on consulting spend and leaves companies better equipped to execute effectively.” Read more perspectives here: https://lnkd.in/edQnJ-6z

A new breed of Contract Manufacturers ("comans" for short) has emerged, giving food manufacturers an advantage to accelerating growth. Comans aren't a new concept, but as Catalant Expert Mathieu Van Assche explains, this new breed of comans offers benefits beyond efficiency and flexibility, offering rapid product development, geographic expansion, and better cost control. Read more from Mathieu here: https://lnkd.in/gXa5EBdT

Supply chain transformation can feel like doing a puzzle where every piece counts, but you don't have the reference image to work from 🧩 Today, supply chains must adapt to changing market landscapes, black swan events like the pandemic, technological advancements, and shifting customer behaviors. The picture only emerges when you've figured out how to adapt and absorb change for sustainable gains. Come along on this exploration into continuous supply chain transformation with Catalant Expert Ketul Patel, a supply chain practitioner for over 20 years who has held executive operations roles at brands like Wayfair, Michael Kors, and Poppin, and dig into how he approaches various types of supply chain transformation: https://lnkd.in/ew246XY8