Description
Book SynopsisThis book is a substantial re-write of the author''s earlier book on management consultancy that has established itself as a leading book on this topic. This re-write focuses upon the analysis of the impact of e-business on the consulting industry as well as examining the changing structure of the industry and emerging segmentation. It also includes recent material on the efforts of consulting firms to manage knowledge more effectively and includes new and more examples and interviews.
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Table of ContentsIntroduction Changes in the Client-Consultant Relationship Consultancy in the Next Decade Innovation: the Over-Production of Truth Managing Existing Intellectual Capital Alliances and Networks Branding Specialisation Changing Balance of People and Technology Globalisation The Polarisation of Consulting Styles From Advising to Doing
