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🎉Happy Birthday, BCG X🎉! It’s hard to believe it's only been two years since BCG X was founded. As Boston Consulting Group's tech build and design unit with 3,000 data scientists, engineers, product managers, and growth architects, we build new disruptive solutions, products, services, and businesses with ambitions to disrupt the present and create the future. We are entrepreneurs, innovators, and builders at heart. BCG X is an AI and GenAI powerhouse. By bringing AI and GenAI to the center of some of the most iconic transformations led by BCG, we contributed to 20% of BCG’s revenue in 2024 from AI and GenAI. What we've achieved together in 2024 is truly outstanding. While it’s impossible to capture everything, here are just a few highlights: * Creating real at-scale business impact with leading clients across industries including healthcare, consumer products, retail, automotive, industrial goods, banking, insurance, and many more (check out the stories here: https://on.bcg.com/4119BwK) * Being recognized by Forrester and IDC for our AI and GenAI expertise * Collaborating with leading tech innovators such as Anthropic, AWS, Google, IBM, Microsoft, OpenAI, Salesforce, and SAP * Establishing cutting-edge science partnerships with Merck and NASA Ames Research Center * Celebrating our people's success, including Nakul Puri, from India, being recognized as one of AIM’s ‘40 Under 40 Data Scientists’ * Expanding our intellectual property with 10 new patents and research publications in prestigious scientific outlets * Engaging in discussions with academic and executive audiences at MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory * Advancing BCG X Scientific Network where we hosted academics from MIT, Stanford University, University of Amsterdam, Cambridge University, University of California – Berkeley as well as researchers representing Amazon Web Services, AI Proteins, Inc., and Anthropic * Progressing with the conversation around Green AI and sustainable software with the Green Software Foundation Every day, I feel energized and humbled to work with the extraordinary team at BCG X. The future awaits! hashtag #BCGX hashtag #BuildTomorrow

Seeing how far we've come in just two years is incredible. As BCG's tech build and design unit, we've been at the forefront of creating bold, scalable, and disruptive solutions shaping industries and accelerating transformations. This year, I'm incredibly proud of our impact on platform builds and digital business creation—helping clients design, build, and scale the digital foundations they need to lead in today's market. We've turned ideas into high-impact realities, from launching AI-powered solutions to driving at-scale transformations that deliver real results. Across BCG X, we’ve reached some remarkable milestones this year. Here are just a few highlights: - Driving measurable business impact at scale across industries—from healthcare and retail to banking and automotive. - Collaborating with industry-leading innovators such as AWS, Anthropic, Google, OpenAI, Microsoft and more to push the boundaries of what’s possible. - Receiving recognition from Forrester and IDC as market leaders in AI and Generative AI. None of this would have been possible without the incredible teams, clients, and partners I'm privileged to work alongside. Here's to building, innovating, and shaping the future—Happy birthday, BCG X! #DigitalTransformation #Leadership #Innovation

I've found and overcome numerous challenges associated with adopting GenAI. One thing has remained constant: the human elements of empathy, judgment, and emotional intelligence are more valuable than ever. These skills help us thrive personally to become a competitive advantage for organizations embracing GenAI. To maximize the potential of GenAI, organizations need to invest in training and upskilling employees. This isn't just about learning how to use new tools; it’s about cultivating a mindset that embraces agility and adaptability in the face of technological change. #GenAI #Upskilling #ChangeManagement #LifeSciences

The argument about #genAI usage is getting settled. Yes, there might be too much hype but GenAI is definitely here to stay, and the potential is massive. Look, if I (all by myself) can create a business video in a day, holy guacamole, the sky is the limit 😀 McKinsey & Company published a report on GenAI adoption and the results are quite telling. 𝟭. 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲 𝗔𝗱𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Employees are rapidly adopting GenAI tools for work, with nearly universal usage, while organizations are lagging behind in implementing comprehensive GenAI strategies. 𝟮. 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 Early adopters are more likely to align their GenAI strategies with overall business objectives, indicating the importance of a strategic approach to GenAI implementation. 𝟯. 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆 Successful GenAI adoption requires a comprehensive approach, including reinventing operating models, reimagining talent and skilling, and establishing robust governance and infrastructure. One of the comments I really liked was: "One executive noted that for every $1 spent on technology, $5 should be spent on people." 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗲: https://lnkd.in/eD_gGrG2? #GenerativeAI #AITransformation #FutureOfWork #OrganizationalStrategy #TechInnovation ------- 👍 Click like if you find it useful ♻️ Repost to the community if you think others will too 🔔 Ring the bell for notifications. I post @ 10am ET

Bain is advancing its AI, Insights, and Solutions and Enterprise Technology leadership to further scale and deepen these crucial capabilities as the firm continues to experience high and rising client demand across these areas. Chuck Whitten rejoins Bain as global head of its digital practices to lead its work across Bain’s digital capabilities, including AI, data science, enterprise technology, innovation, and design. In the Americas, Sarah Elk will lead the AI, Insights, and Solutions practice, driving growth and client value in collaboration with practice leaders across the region. Stuart Sim will lead the global delivery team across digital capabilities, with responsibility for driving and growing its more than 1,500-strong AI, data, analytics, architecture, and engineering teams. Roy Singh will be responsible for AI strategy and solution development for the firm. Lastly, Miles Cook will lead the firm’s alliance partnership group, managing relationships with third-party firms who support Bain client projects. These changes accelerate our rapidly growing work with clients globally on cutting-edge AI initiatives. Read more here. https://bit.ly/3ZLAkMC

Bain is advancing its AI, Insights, and Solutions and Enterprise Technology leadership to further scale and deepen these crucial capabilities as the firm continues to experience high and rising client demand across these areas. Chuck Whitten rejoins Bain as global head of its digital practices to lead its work across Bain’s digital capabilities, including AI, data science, enterprise technology, innovation, and design. In the Americas, Sarah Elk will lead the AI, Insights, and Solutions practice, driving growth and client value in collaboration with practice leaders across the region. Stuart Sim will lead the global delivery team across digital capabilities, with responsibility for driving and growing its more than 1,500-strong AI, data, analytics, architecture, and engineering teams. Roy Singh will be responsible for AI strategy and solution development for the firm. Lastly, Miles Cook will lead the firm’s alliance partnership group, managing relationships with third-party firms who support Bain client projects. These changes accelerate our rapidly growing work with clients globally on cutting-edge AI initiatives. Read more here. https://bit.ly/41wUSK7

Bain is advancing its AI, Insights, and Solutions and Enterprise Technology leadership to further scale and deepen these crucial capabilities as the firm continues to experience high and rising client demand across these areas. Chuck Whitten rejoins Bain as global head of its digital practices to lead its work across Bain’s digital capabilities, including AI, data science, enterprise technology, innovation, and design. In the Americas, Sarah Elk will lead the AI, Insights, and Solutions practice, driving growth and client value in collaboration with practice leaders across the region. Stuart Sim will lead the global delivery team across digital capabilities, with responsibility for driving and growing its more than 1,500-strong AI, data, analytics, architecture, and engineering teams. Roy Singh will be responsible for AI strategy and solution development for the firm. Lastly, Miles Cook will lead the firm’s alliance partnership group, managing relationships with third-party firms who support Bain client projects. These changes accelerate our rapidly growing work with clients globally on cutting-edge AI initiatives. Read more here. https://bit.ly/4gAKDZy

💥 Why innovation is critical in the AI-driven world: 🧔♀️ According to McKinsey, companies that prioritize innovation are 2.5 times more likely to report above-average financial performance compared to their peers. 🧔♀️ PwC estimates that AI could contribute $15.7 trillion to the global economy by 2030, with businesses that adopt AI-driven innovations gaining a competitive edge. 🧔♀️ The World Economic Forum predicts that 85 million jobs will be displaced, but 97 million new roles will emerge due to AI by 2025, requiring continuous innovation in skills and technologies. 🧔♀️ Salesforce reports that 76% of consumers expect companies to anticipate their needs, pushing businesses to innovate customer experiences using AI and automation. 🧔♀️ Innosight suggests that half of the S&P 500 companies will be replaced over the next decade due to disruptive innovations in technology and business models. What can we do? Some habits to cultivate: 👩🦱 Practice Curiosity: Question assumptions and actively seek alternative ways of solving problems. 👩🦱 Engage with diverse teams or communities to exchange ideas and perspectives. 👩🦱 Try small-scale tests for ideas to refine and validate them regularly. 👩🦱 Record insights, lessons, and patterns that emerge from daily work to build a repository of inspiration. 👩🦱 Explore topics outside your field to gain fresh perspectives. 👩🦱 Tackle small, everyday problems creatively to build a habit of innovation. 👩🦱 Regularly step into unfamiliar areas or tasks to inspire new ideas. 👩🦱 Allow your mind to wander, as relaxation fosters creative thinking. 👩🦱 Put yourself in users’ or customers’ shoes to better understand their needs and innovate solutions. what else? #creativity #innovation

Bain is advancing its AI, Insights, and Solutions and Enterprise Technology leadership to further scale and deepen these crucial capabilities as the firm continues to experience high and rising client demand across these areas. Chuck Whitten rejoins Bain as global head of its digital practices to lead its work across Bain’s digital capabilities, including AI, data science, enterprise technology, innovation, and design. In the Americas, Sarah Elk will lead the AI, Insights, and Solutions practice, driving growth and client value in collaboration with practice leaders across the region. Stuart Sim will lead the global delivery team across digital capabilities, with responsibility for driving and growing its more than 1,500-strong AI, data, analytics, architecture, and engineering teams. Roy Singh will be responsible for AI strategy and solution development for the firm. Lastly, Miles Cook will lead the firm’s alliance partnership group, managing relationships with third-party firms who support Bain client projects. These changes accelerate our rapidly growing work with clients globally on cutting-edge AI initiatives. Read more here. https://bit.ly/41trLaD

Bain is advancing its AI, Insights, and Solutions and Enterprise Technology leadership to further scale and deepen these crucial capabilities as the firm continues to experience high and rising client demand across these areas. Chuck Whitten rejoins Bain as global head of its digital practices to lead its work across Bain’s digital capabilities, including AI, data science, enterprise technology, innovation, and design. In the Americas, Sarah Elk will lead the AI, Insights, and Solutions practice, driving growth and client value in collaboration with practice leaders across the region. Stuart Sim will lead the global delivery team across digital capabilities, with responsibility for driving and growing its more than 1,500-strong AI, data, analytics, architecture, and engineering teams. Roy Singh will be responsible for AI strategy and solution development for the firm. Lastly, Miles Cook will lead the firm’s alliance partnership group, managing relationships with third-party firms who support Bain client projects. These changes accelerate our rapidly growing work with clients globally on cutting-edge AI initiatives. Read more here. https://bit.ly/4gabpbj