McKinsey and Consulting Rivals Bet on Experts to Ride AI Wave
Bloomberg · August 6, 2026
““World class domain expertise.” — Becca Coggins, Senior Partner, McKinsey & Company”
Bloomberg examines how McKinsey, BCG, and Bain are increasingly emphasizing deep technical and industry expertise as AI reshapes the consulting talent model. McKinsey’s creation of a new “distinguished partner” role for 21 experts reflects a broader shift beyond the traditional MBA-to-partner generalist career path toward specialists in AI and other high-demand domains.