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.

Go-live might feel like a win—but it’s not the endgame. In this episode of Quick Takes on Smart Consulting Sourcing, Hélène Laffitte explains why launching your digital consulting procurement platform is just the beginning. True maturity comes from how you use the tool to evolve behaviors, refine processes, and drive better outcomes.

From training users effectively to adapting configurations and pushing for continuous improvement, Hélène reveals three powerful levers that help procurement leaders unlock real value post–go-live.

Tune in to learn how to turn your digital platform into a true driver of maturity.