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The vast majority of consulting engagements work like this. Someone wants something to happen and brings in a consultant to explain why it’s a good idea to cov
by benjaminwootton 2y ago
The vast majority of consulting engagements work like this. Someone wants something to happen and brings in a consultant to explain why it’s a good idea to cover themselves and sell to the rest of the business.
A consultancy wouldn’t last very long if they disagree on strategy with the person signing the cheques.
- notepad0x90 2y agoBut if the strategy fails, won't they lose credibility? How is it sustainable, if all they do is rubber-stamp?
- mejutoco 2y agoCheck Ernst & young for wirecard or PwC for Evergrande for the latest examples, both banned temporarily or fined for their involvement.
- notepad0x90 2y agoThanks, law aside, it is so hard for me to imagine why they continue to be in business. Maybe, it is because whoever is being convinced by them of something believes they would need to pull the same "trick" some day.
- robertlagrant 2y agoAnother one is McKinsey for their role in the opioid crisis.