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1 Synthèse du marché
1.1 Definition and presentation
Business consulting firms are specialized firms that provide professional and strategic support to other companies to improve their performance, optimize processes, solve specific problems, and take advantage of growth opportunities. They offer a wide range of services, including strategic planning, operational management, human resources, information technology, finance, marketing, and sustainability, working closely with clients to develop customized solutions and achieve business goals.
The value of the global market for business consulting firms shows steady growth from 2024 to 2029.Starting at $354.01 billion in 2024, it is expected to reach $447.74 billion in 2029. This represents an increase of 26.4 percent over the period, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.81 percent. The growth of the consulting services market is influenced by several factors. Increasing complexity of business operations, evolving technologies, and an increasing focus on strategic decision-making are driving demand. Companies are seeking external expertise to address challenges, implement digital transformations and improve overall efficiency.
The value of the European market for consulting firms shows continued growth from 2024 to 2029.In 2024, the market was worth $126.50 billion, while in 2029 it is expected to reach $156.06 billion, an increase of 23.4 percent over the period, and a CAGR of 4.29 percent.Growing investments in innovative technologies, adoption of advanced business intelligence and data management methods by various organizations, economic changes, government-led diversification projects, and digitalization, among others, are the main drivers of the European consulting services market.
In recent years, the turnover of management consulting firms in Italy has increased significantly, representing an increase of 59.8 percent. Over the next six years, the value of the Italian market is expected to grow by 23.4%. The industry is polarized between a myriad of micro firms and a few very large consulting firms, representing 87.5% and 0.1% of the total, respectively, with the level of concentration continuing to increase.
1.2 World Market
The value of the global market for business consulting firms shows steady growth from **** to ****. Starting from $***.** billion in ****, it is expected to reach $***.** billion in ****. This represents an increase of **.* percent over the period, with a compound annual growth rate (***) of *.** percent. The growth of the consulting services market is ...
1.3 The European market
The value of the European market for consulting firms shows continued growth from **** to ****. In ****, the market was worth $***.** billion, while in **** it is expected to reach $***.** billion, an increase of **.* percent over the period, and a CAGR of *.** percent.
European market value of consulting firms Europe, ****-****, in US$ ...
1.4 The Italian market
From **** to ****, the turnover of management consulting companies in Italy increased significantly, from *.** billion euros to *.* billion euros. This represents an increase of **.*%. After a slight decline in ****, probably due to the effects of the pandemic, the sector has shown a robust recovery, with steady growth until ****. The most pronounced increase ...
2 Analyse de la demande
2.1 Overview of demand
In ****, market shares of the main consulting specializations in Italy see IT Consulting in first place with **.*%. Strategy follows with **.*%, while Risk Management & Compliance accounts for **.*%. Financial & Performance Management and Operations stand at **.* percent and **.* percent, respectively. The areas of Marketing & Customer Management and Human Resources & Change Management are less preponderant, ...
2.2 Type of clientele in the private sector for consulting services
In ****, the demand for consulting from private enterprises derives:
**% from very large client enterprises **% from very large client enterprises **% from small to medium-sized client enterprises.
To very large and large client enterprises, consulting is largely provided by large consulting firms. To small-to-medium-sized client enterprises, consulting is provided overwhelmingly by small-to-medium-sized ...
2.3 Type of clientele in the public sector for consulting services
In ****, the demand for public sector consulting derives: **% from Central Government (***) **% from Local Governments ** percent from Health Care. In Health and Central Government, consulting is largely provided by large consulting firms. In Local Government, consulting is provided in a fairly balanced manner by large and medium-small consulting firms.
Breakdown of purchases ...
2.4 Consulting to support digital transformation and sustainability
In ****, consulting to support digital grew to account for about ** percent of the market, with an increase in the total value of projects of more than ** percent over ****. By ****, nearly half of large consulting firms and more than one-third of small- to medium-sized firms expect further growth in this consulting area. ...
2.5 Trends in demand for business consulting
The trend of online business consulting searches in Italy between July **** and July **** shows a significant fluctuation. In July ****, the index was **.*, while in July **** it dropped to **.*, indicating a decrease of **.* percent. The period of greatest interest occurred in September **** with a peak of **.*, followed by a steady decline with ...
2.6 New demand trends
In the context of a rapidly changing global marketplace, companies are facing increasingly complex and diverse challenges. To effectively navigate this landscape, the demand for business consulting services is constantly growing and evolving. Consulting firms are challenged to offer innovative and tailored solutions that meet the emerging needs of businesses. The ...
3 Structure du marché
3.1 Italian market structure of consulting firms
The number of active business consulting firms in Italy has steadily increased from **** to ****. In **** there were **,***, while in **** it rose to **,***, a total growth of **.* percent in seven years. After a period of stability between **** and ****, the number has resumed growing every year, with a more pronounced increase from **** to ...
3.2 The main players in the market
The major business consulting players in Italy are:
Accenture: A multinational management consulting and technology services company, it is headquartered in Dublin and operates in more than *** countries. Founded in ****, the company supports the digital transformation of businesses using technologies such as artificial intelligence, cloud and blockchain. It partners with leading ...
4 Analyse de l'offre
4.1 Supply analysis
Business consulting firms offer a wide range of services covering various strategic and operational areas of businesses. These services help companies improve their operations, grow and remain competitive in an increasingly complex and dynamic market. The following table details the main types of offerings from business consulting firms, highlighting the specific ...
4.2 Prices of consulting services in Italy
From **** to ****, the average pricing of a consulting day in Italy showed modest growth. Starting from €*** in ****, the value dropped slightly to €*** in ****, and then gradually rose again to reach €*** in ****. Overall, an increase of *.* percent is observed over the period. Despite some fluctuations, the general trend indicates an increase in ...
4.3 Leading consulting firms
The consulting world is dominated by * companies in particular, distinguished by loco field of specialization.
The Big Three or MBB is the colloquial name given to the big three strategy consulting firms, which are considered the most prestigious firms in the management consulting industry. In terms of employees, McKinsey & Company is ...
4.4 New supply trends
The field of business consulting firms is constantly evolving, responding to changes in the global market, technological innovations and new business needs. Here are some of the key new trends in the service offerings of business consulting firms:
*. Digital Transformation and Advanced Technology
Automation and Artificial Intelligence (***), AI and machine ...
5 Règlementation
5.1 Regulation
In Italy, business consulting firms must comply with a complex set of laws and decrees that regulate various aspects of their activities. First, they must follow the general regulations set forth in the Civil Code, which includes articles relevant to the definition of business and entrepreneur, as well as regulating companies. ...
6 Positionnement des acteurs
6.1 Market segmentation
- Accenture
- PwC
- Deloitte
- EY
- KPMG
- Bain & Company
- McKinsey & Company
- BCG
- Bip
- Protiviti
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- Global market value of business consulting firms
- Market share business consulting firms
- Market shares by turnover of major companies
- European market value of consulting firms
- Number of enterprises active in business consulting
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