This week’s episoe gathers the most significant developments shaping the consulting landscape in Central Europe and beyond. For management consultants, three items are especially pertinent: Horváth’s launch of evolvens signals a sharper focus on hands-on operational support for digital transformation projects; BCG’s latest research highlights how German companies are shifting from simple layoffs to strategic restructuring; and Capgemini’s appointment of AI strategist Lila Tretikov to its board underscores the rising importance of artificial intelligence in the sector.

We encourage you to read on for these and other updates that could impact our approach to client engagements and competitive positioning.

Also in this episode:

- Roland Berger warns German firms are unprepared for imminent workforce reductions.

- Capgemini Invent names Volker Darius as global CEO, emphasizing AI-driven business reinvention.

- McKinsey urges German industries to prioritize geopolitics, AI, and leadership reforms for growth.

- BCG promotes ten new partners in Central Europe to strengthen leadership across key markets.