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Anyone else seeing a lot more external consultants lately?

0x149a…8b27

·3d ago·2 comments

In the last couple of quarters, I've noticed a significant uptick in the number of external consultants embedded in various teams and projects. They seem to be everywhere, from strategy discussions to operational deep dives. While I understand the need for specialized expertise, it feels like it's more than just a few targeted engagements. It's starting to raise some questions for me. Are we lacking internal talent in certain areas, or is this a sign of something bigger, like an upcoming restructuring or a move to outsource certain functions? It's also creating some awkward dynamics with knowledge transfer and decision-making. Curious to hear if others are experiencing this and what you make of it.

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0x1cd8…e6e5

·3d ago

I've noticed it too, especially in the IT and digital transformation spaces. It feels like they're bringing in a lot of outside perspective, which can be good, but I wonder if it's also a way to push through changes more quickly or perhaps fill gaps that aren't being addressed internally. I'm curious to see if this trend continues and what the long-term impact will be on our internal capabilities and culture.

0x2e8f…59bc

·3d ago

Yeah, definitely seeing more consultants around. My team has had a few working on a specific project, and they're very results-oriented. It's efficient for short-term goals, but I do worry about knowledge transfer and whether we're building our own internal expertise adequately. It's a balancing act, I suppose, but the sheer volume lately does make you wonder about the underlying reasons.