Global AI Investments, Initiatives, and Outputs by Major International Consulting Firms: A Comprehensive Analysis
The global consulting industry has undergone a dramatic transformation with the advent of Artificial Intelligence, with major firms collectively investing over $25 billion in AI capabilities, platforms, and acquisitions since 2023. Leading international consulting firms across the Big Four, MBB (McKinsey, BCG, Bain), technology giants (Accenture, IBM), and global IT services providers have established AI as their primary growth driver, fundamentally reshaping service delivery models and competitive positioning.
This comprehensive analysis reveals that AI has evolved from experimental initiatives to core business transformation engines, with firms generating billions in AI-specific revenue, developing proprietary platforms, and racing to dominate the emerging agentic AI market projected to reach $990 billion by 2027.
Research Methodology: This report is based on compr