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Advice is once more in demand

Reports of the death of management consulting have been greatly exaggerated. Clients are now returning to business consultants after the downturn and dotcom crash.

A tougher outlook for Britain

The once thriving UK management consultancy industry has peaked with new spending often coming from controversial public sector projects.

Old hands are eclipsing young guns

Graduates and MBAs no longer have the edge as clients and employers are demanding greater experience.

A new wave on the horizon

Accenture’s UK head, Liz Astall, points out how the country's biggest consulting and outsourcing firm has maintained a presence in several industries.

Teams seek strength in affiliations

Some management challenges require a pooling of expertise and talent from a team of consultancies working together.