The management consulting industry is at a crossroads. The days of traditional consulting are giving way to newer and more automated solutions. The race is on to leverage new technologies such as AI, machine learning, and natural language processing (NLP) to keep offerings competitive.

Automation will significantly reduce the time required to complete projects and enable consultants to solve problems with greater speed and accuracy. The upshot is that AI is expected to move away from a supporting role and become a central part of many engagements.

Read more about this and other management consulting trends that are predicted to shape the year ahead.