{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65e4c5b8b8456c0016da5419/6a053dea9ea03fc75f31b96e?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Ep. 117 - The 3 Shifts That Will Make or Break Consulting Firms in 2026 w/ Sarah Edwards","description":"<p>In this episode, Brent sits down with Sarah Edwards, Kantata’s Chief Product Strategy Officer, for a practical look at why consulting firms can no longer rely on headcount-driven growth — and how AI is reshaping the traditional talent pyramid.</p><p>Together, they break down the three critical shifts redefining consulting — and what leaders need to prioritize now to activate smarter resourcing, pricing, and delivery models.</p><p><br></p><p>Other topics covered in this episode include:&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Why rising client expectations are putting pressure on delivery speed, cost, risk, and team capacity</li><li>How AI is changing consulting talent models, including the shift away from the traditional pyramid structure</li><li>Why outcome-based pricing, fixed-fee models, and productized services are becoming more important</li><li>How connected data, trusted systems, and better operational visibility help firms make faster, more confident decisions</li></ul><p><br></p>","author_name":"Kantata"}