Consultants and AI: A Match Made in Boardroom Heaven?
Consultants have always had a knack for making things sound more complicated than they really are. Now, they’re embracing the latest buzzword: Artificial Intelligence (AI). Companies everywhere are being pitched dazzling visions of AI-powered transformations that promise to revolutionize their business. But as always, the real magic seems to lie in the sales pitch, not the technology itself.
AI: The Shiny New Tool in the Consultant’s Kit
Consultancy firms are now selling AI as the answer to every business woe. From boosting productivity to revolutionizing customer service, AI is advertised as a miracle cure. The reality? Many companies end up spending millions on AI-powered advice, only to realize that the promised transformations often fall short. The consultants, however, walk away with hefty fees and a new case study for their portfolio.
Let’s face it—AI is powerful, but it isn’t magic. Sometimes, it feels like consultants are just using AI as a fancy way to say, “We’ll Google it for you, but fancier.” Maybe the next big confidence trick will be getting AI to write the sales pitch itself!
