Best of LinkedIn: Strategy & Consulting CW 26/ 27

Consulting firms reinforced AI as a core operating layer, embedding it into offerings spanning automation, data platforms, and decision intelligence

Multiple firms introduced AI-native tools, highlighting industry-specific accelerators and cloud-native infrastructures

GenAI continued to serve as a client conversation starter, with firms publishing new POVs and success stories across verticals

Several firms launched industry-specific solutions, including ESG dashboards, supply chain digitization platforms, and fashion retail analytics tools

Platform modernization and SaaS migration toolkits gained traction as consulting assets

Proprietary research studies were rolled out to position firms at the intersection of analytics and business value

New alliances with hyperscalers and SaaS vendors emphasized go-to-market acceleration and joint innovation labs

Collaborations with academic institutions and startups targeted healthtech, mobility, and climate analytics

Public-private partnerships were spotlighted around infrastructure resilience and digital governance

Firms hosted leadership summits, client panels, and strategy bootcamps focused on the future of AI, workforce disruption, and tech regulation

Virtual roundtables and expert series positioned partners as voices of authority across sectors

Ongoing investments in editorial content showcased deep domain expertise and cultural relevance

Recruitment efforts focused on early careers, digital roles, and re-skilling programs aligned with tech transformation

Posts highlighted DEI efforts, alumni engagement, and cross-border mobility opportunities

Culture narratives emphasized leadership development, community building, and purpose-driven work