<p>In this episode, Brent sits down with Sarah Edwards, Kantata’s Chief Product Strategy Officer, for a practical look at why consulting firms can no longer rely on headcount-driven growth — and how AI is reshaping the traditional talent pyramid.</p><p>Together, they break down the three critical shifts redefining consulting — and what leaders need to prioritize now to activate smarter resourcing, pricing, and delivery models.</p><br><p>Other topics covered in this episode include:&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Why rising client expectations are putting pressure on delivery speed, cost, risk, and team capacity</li><li>How AI is changing consulting talent models, including the shift away from the traditional pyramid structure</li><li>Why outcome-based pricing, fixed-fee models, and productized services are becoming more important</li><li>How connected data, trusted systems, and better operational visibility help firms make faster, more confident decisions</li></ul><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>