Boston Consulting Group (BCG) anticipates a substantial portion of its revenues to stem from artificial intelligence (AI) integration services, aiming for 20% in 2024 and projecting a remarkable 40% by 2026. Christoph Schweizer, BCG's chief executive, highlighted the rapid relevance of AI, especially generative AI, which contributed significantly to the firm's revenues over the past year. BCG collaborates with global tech giants and AI companies, including Microsoft, Google, OpenAI, and Anthropic, to incorporate AI technology into corporate operations while also providing training to board directors and executive teams, underscoring the increasing significance of AI in business strategy.
Schweizer emphasized BCG's early identification of AI as a growth driver, with the firm's AI division witnessing notable sales growth, offsetting other economic slowdowns. The firm's investment in AI since 2015, with approximately 3,000 employees in its BCG X technology and design division, reflects its commitment to leveraging AI tools internally and externally. As BCG propels AI integration across various sectors, from customer service to healthcare, Schweizer emphasizes the need for BCG to evolve internally, aligning with its advice to clients, and showcasing its commitment to innovation and adaptability.