McKinsey's Sternfels on AI changing consulting: Non-client-facing roles shrinking, jobs growing are…
McKinsey is rapidly integrating AI, now employing 25,000 AI agents alongside 40,000 humans, with parity expected soon. This "25 squared" approach sees client-facing roles grow 25% while backend positions shrink, boosting output. AI saves millions of hours annually on routine tasks, allowing consultants to focus on complex challenges and unique human skills like judgment and creativity.
McKinsey is rapidly integrating AI, now employing 25,000 AI agents alongside 40,000 humans, with parity expected soon. This "25 squared" approach sees client-facing roles grow 25% while backend positions shrink, boosting output. AI saves millions of hours annually on routine tasks, allowing consultants to focus on complex challenges and unique human skills like judgment and creativity.
