What do you do if artificial intelligence disrupts the consulting industry?

Work with AI and make AI work with you. Example in consulting, recording and parsing the conversations for key insights is often dependent on individual's perception of views presented. AI enabled insights can ensure we do not miss on the critical points which could have been missed. I especially benefit from focusing on the more human and soft aspects of the consulting study and happy to leave the paperwork to AI.

I have looked at the emergence of AI as a real blessing in terms of providing a wake up call to all of us in consulting to keep innovating both for our clients' benefit as well as our teams. What I love most about this disruption is how it is driving tremendous creativity on so many different fronts. Great to be a part of this transformation and in consulting during the fairly early stages of this disruptive set of technologies.

The evolution of techs and AI is here to disrupts the norm but not to replace nor replicate interpersonal and address niche areas where human insight and empathy are still the top most service we are playing in the consulting space. We have to adapt that AI will give us additional data that we can elevate our game and most specially incorporating these tools in our workflow will enhance our efficiency and analysis which fundamentally change how we operate and engage.

Stay informed about the latest developments in AI and explore how they can enhance your consulting services. Look for opportunities to leverage AI technologies to improve efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making processes within your consulting practice. Additionally, focus on honing the uniquely human skills and expertise that AI cannot replicate, such as creativity, empathy, and strategic thinking. By combining AI capabilities with human ingenuity, consultants can continue to add significant value to clients and remain competitive in an evolving industry landscape.

Qué haría si la IA disrumpe la industria de la Consultoría? No es una pregunta en tiempo potencial, Ya lo ha hecho! Cada vez que una tecnología fue aplicada masivamente, mucho se resistieron... y perdieron el tren. Hubo férrea oposición a las máquinas a vapor, incluso al uso de las calculadoras... Nos imaginamos hoy trabajar sin procesador de textos o planillas de cálculo? Las tecnologías potencian nuestras trabajo, reemplazando muchas tareas y abriendo nuevas oportunidades. No se trata de trabajar contra, sino de trabajar junto a la IA. No debemos trata de hacer mejor que las máquinas su trabajo, sino se trata se hacer mas humano el nuestro.

AI or no AI.... You always want your skills to be sharp and better than the next person. The most successful consultants will be the ones who can navigate a client's complex set of needs and solve problems in a timely and reasonable fashion. Was true yesterday. Is true today. Will be true tomorrow... AI or no AI!

In the midst of AI disruption, expanding a consulting business necessitates a multifaceted approach that acknowledges the transformative power of emerging technologies while reinforcing the irreplaceable value of human expertise and connection. As AI reshapes industries and redefines business paradigms, consultants must pivot strategically to harness its potential and mitigate its limitations.

Upskill, reskill, learn.... continuous learning has always been key and will remain key when embracing AI technology. In the learning sector, AI can help to tailor learnings to the audience which is the next steps towards tailored-microlearning. Don’t be afraid of the new technology.

I agree in the most part! Technology is not a passerby nor fluke. It is here to stay!! Wherever you have the skills in your consultancy or not businesses would present AI related problems and the requisites are clear here, they need AI solutions. One can only risk being obsolete as no their skills do not support current consulting cum needs of businesses or keep upgrading their AI skills as key

Adaptarse a los cambios es común y transversal a cualquier oficio o profesión. En el caso de la consultoría, creo que los avances en esta materia nos aportan en mediciones más concretas y específicas. Lo importante es hacer conversar esto con el arte propio del consultor

I agree with this statement absolutely. AI is an extended stage of robotics; they lack emotional intelligence and most vagaries insights of human relationships. They are masters of data!! So being masterful of the science, implications, of AI generated data and the inferences, advance contexts you provide about them as well as guiding businesses on how to integrate and develop with such data is paramount.

In a landscape where AI is disrupting traditional consulting methods, offering unique and valuable insights becomes increasingly vital. Instead of merely providing data analysis, offer interpretive insights that AI may not be able to provide. This could involve leveraging your expertise and experience to contextualize data, understand nuances, and provide strategic recommendations tailored to each client's specific needs. By offering insightful perspectives, you can differentiate your consultancy from AI-driven solutions and continue to add significant value to your clients.

The emotional intelligence of the human beings cannot ever been replaced by AI. Moreover, the huge database provided by AI ,needs the human mind to select the most proper because in all fields , the tiny detail makes the big difference . Therefore AI should be considered more as a helpful tool than a threat.

AI excels at processing large volumes of data and identifying patterns, it lacks the human intuition and contextual understanding that seasoned consultants bring to the table. Consultants can leverage AI as a powerful tool to enhance their analytical capabilities and streamline decision-making processes. By mastering the art of interpreting AI-generated insights and asking insightful questions, consultants can extract valuable strategic insights that drive business success. This symbiotic relationship between humans and AI allows consultants to deliver unparalleled value to their clients, ultimately solidifying their relevance in an increasingly AI-driven world.

Agree with the thought. AI is a tool to be used to our advantage - a very efficient, fast and effective assistant - where the arithmetic and data analysis will be flawless - so we the consultants can make better use of our time, practical experience and foresight to deliver value well beyond what AI can provide.

In a rapidly changing AI landscape with such pomp and currency to businesses you either find a place for it in your consultancy or be out of business or even relevance.

Especially in the AI area, you have a large number of interesting start-ups, often coming out of the top universities. Openly discuss partnerships but always challenge the real benefit those startups provide. I see more and more partnerships in the consulting world, not only in the AI sector.

Fostering partnerships with AI technology providers is a strategic move that can significantly benefit consulting firms in navigating the AI-driven landscape. By collaborating with AI experts, consulting firms gain access to state-of-the-art tools and insights, enabling them to offer innovative solutions to their clients. These partnerships also enhance the firm's credibility, as clients perceive them as being at the forefront of technology integration. Moreover, acting as a bridge between AI technology and business strategy allows consulting firms to carve out a unique niche, providing value that AI alone cannot replicate.

Partnering with AI technology providers can enhance a consulting firm's credibility and position it as a leader in the field of technological innovation. Also, you can leverage the strengths of both AI and human intelligence to provide the best possible service to your clients. This will help you not only survive disruption but also prosper in an AI-powered consulting landscape.

In today's digital landscape, integrating AI into business operations is essential for efficiency and staying competitive. AI excels at handling repetitive tasks, freeing up human resources to focus on higher-level decision-making and more complex activities. This shift presents an opportunity for professionals to enhance their skills and take on roles that require creativity, critical thinking, and strategic insight. Updating business models to incorporate AI can lead to cost savings and improved productivity. However, it's important to recognize that AI isn't a replacement for human effort but rather a tool to augment it.

Disruption means disorder. That element of the question includes a serious bias. AI is a tool and as such it is neutral in ethical, legal and business terms. As always, whoever adapts best and fastest will survive.

Adapting the business model to accommodate the AI-centric landscape is crucial for consulting firms to remain competitive and relevant. One approach is to reevaluate the pricing structure, acknowledging that AI can automate certain tasks previously billed hourly. Subscription-based or value-based pricing models can better align with the strategic nature of consulting services in this context. Emphasizing the human elements, such as personalized advice and ethical considerations, underscores the value proposition of the firm beyond AI capabilities. This strategic shift ensures that the firm maintains its distinctive edge in providing comprehensive solutions that blend AI efficiency with human expertise.

AI already IS disrupting consulting. That's a good thing. Embrace it. Leverage it. Innovate alongside it. AI is not a replacement for humans, but an adjunct. Just as telehealth is to in person doctors, AI will disrupt industries. It will be a game-changer, but it won't create an entire new game. The government is handing down new policies for oversight. Follow along to see how you can use ai as a resource and not compete with it.

Adapt& thrive: 1. Leverage AI Tools:Incorporate AI technologies to enhance the efficiency& effectiveness of your services,using AI for data analysis, pattern recognition, and decision support systems. 2. Skill Development; Develop new skills that complement AI capabilities, as EQ, complex problem-solving. 3. Shift Focus: do something that is not replicated as leadership counseling, strategy development, and human-centric change management. 4. Personalization: Use AI to offer more tailored advice and solutions with New Services and Business Models that integrate AI 5. Collaborative Ecosystems: Build partnerships with AI firms and tech startups to stay at the forefront of technology

Absolutely agree with the previous contribution that AI is impacting consulting already. As a consulting firm, businesses come to you for your perspective of how AI can impact their business, and what opportunities are available for them to explore. As a consulting firm you need to be aware of these changes, advancements in technologies, trends, limitations, use cases, how to implement the change and what to implement, and also thinking with different perspectives to innovate solutions.. the list goes on! The themes on this provide some good examples of how to incorporate it into your business and organisation. AI in particular impacts many business functions - by not keeping up to date is a significant risk for the future for the business