In this Quick Take on Smart Consulting Sourcing, Hélène Laffitte, CEO at Consulting Quest, explains how to handle conflicts of interest in consulting projects and why they represent a critical risk in professional services.

Discover how companies can manage consulting conflicts of interest in a practical and balanced way by setting clear boundaries in consulting contracts and MSAs, reinforcing commitments at the project level, and monitoring risks over time — all in under three minutes.

In this Quick Take on Smart Consulting Sourcing, Hélène Laffitte, CEO at Consulting Quest, unpacks how a make-or-buy strategy can help you design smarter consulting delivery models.

Discover how this simple framework clarifies what to keep in-house, what to outsource, and how to maximize value from your consulting partners — all in under three minutes!

Learn how to avoid over-outsourcing, reduce costs, and get the expertise you really need.

Can ChatGPT really replace McKinsey? The hype says yes—but the truth? Not even close. In this episode of Smart Consulting Sourcing, Hélène Laffitte cuts through the noise and reveals how Generative AI is truly reshaping the consulting world.

AI isn’t killing consulting—it’s killing bad consulting. From flashy claims to “10 prompts to replace McKinsey” memes, Hélène explains why technology can’t substitute for real expertise, context, and judgment. She breaks down how Gen AI actually works, where it genuinely accelerates consulting delivery, and why understanding its limits is just as important as embracing its power. From spotting “AI-washing” in proposals to knowing when to lean on human insight, this episode uncovers how consulting’s real value is evolving—from decks to decisions, insights, and execution.

Tune in to discover how to make AI your consulting ally—not your replacement.