AI Reshapes Strategy Consulting Toward Specialization

Business Insider reports that AI is reducing demand for generalist strategy consultants across the $400 billion management consulting market, prompting firms to favor specialists with expertise in AI, data, cybersecurity and supply chains. Recruiting analysis from Revelio Labs and industry groups shows specialist hiring rose 20–35% recently, with forecasts suggesting up to 60% growth over five years while generalist roles may decline roughly 10–25%.