THE CONSULTING PEOPLE REPORT 2026
The People Playbook for Consulting Leaders
People are at the heart of every consulting business - and the year ahead will test them like never before. We've spent countless hours listening to leaders, reviewing the data, and pressure-testing what really works. Here's what your team will need in 2026.
How and why your senior team will feel the impact of AI most profoundly.
What's threatening the traditional pyramid-shape firm and what will replace it.
How to navigate a hybrid working culture effectively - it's here to stay!
The new skills your people are going to need to thrive in this shifting landscape.
Your Playbook. Five concrete moves you can deploy now to emerge from 2026 with a consulting team fit for the future.
2026 is the year to test your future consulting model, ready to scale
Most consulting leaders aren't ripping up their models just yet, but that is about to change. 2026 is the year to test, prove, and start scaling new ways of working. Clients increasingly want proof of value, while consultants want flexibility, growth - and to still have a job at the end of the year. Your senior team must adapt now or risk being left behind.
We’ve spent countless hours listening to leaders, reviewing the data, and pressure-testing what really works. This report distils what we are seeing into a practical playbook for consulting leaders. Five concrete moves you can deploy now to emerge from 2026 with clarity, momentum, and a consulting team fit for the future.
