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The traditional sense of management consulting sprouted into existence during the Second Industrial Revolution in the late 19th century. Manufacturing methods became more mechanized and electrified, and therefore more efficient; as a result, a need for process improvement emerged.

Born almost exactly 100 years ago in Nashville, Tennessee, Bruce Henderson was in some respects a man ahead of his time. He would have reveled in the current era of "big data" and the business analytics it permits. But then again, that era might never have arrived, or arrived much later, if it hadn't been for the strategy revolution Henderson helped set in motion.

Culture is the glue that binds a firm together and it's the hardest thing for competitors to copy. It plays an essential role in the performance of any business, and as an industry, consulting is highly dependent on the values and loyalty of individuals. Consulting firms rely on the culture and morale within their organizations more than most.

Are you at risk of "getting Uber'd?" With smart devices accepted as the new standard, and more and more start-ups reinventing tried and true industries (like Uber and taxis), ignoring the disruptive qualities of digital is no longer an option. What follows is a set of five "must-haves" that your organization should include in its thinking when developing a digital strategy, as well as three keys for long-term success.

Decreasing oil and natural gas prices, regulatory transformation and technological disruption means an increase in demand for innovative utility consultants ready to help clients meet the demands of a new energy consumer.

Coaching means many things to many people. Many times a certain technique that is referred to as "coaching," isn't really coaching at all; it's actually counseling or feedback.