The Hackett Group Launches AI-Powered Decision Support Platforms — The Hackett Group, Inc.

Event summary

The Hackett Group launched Applied Intelligence, an expert-led decision support model, and AskHackett™, a Gen AI-powered conversational agent.
Applied Intelligence provides always-on, tailored guidance for senior leaders in finance, procurement, HR, technology, and global business services.
AskHackett™ offers real-time, context-specific answers leveraging The Hackett Group’s proprietary knowledge base.
The offerings aim to replace episodic guidance with continuous, expert-led decision support.

The big picture

The launch of Applied Intelligence and AskHackett™ reflects a broader industry trend towards AI-driven decision support in consulting. By combining expert judgment with proprietary AI platforms, The Hackett Group aims to differentiate itself in a market increasingly dominated by episodic guidance models. The success of these offerings will hinge on their ability to deliver measurable enterprise value and accelerate client transformations.

What we're watching

Adoption Pace: How quickly senior leaders across business support functions will integrate Applied Intelligence into their decision-making processes.
Competitive Differentiation: Whether The Hackett Group’s practitioner-led approach can sustain a competitive edge in the crowded AI consultancy space.
Execution Risk: The pace at which The Hackett Group can scale its AI-powered decision support offerings while maintaining client-specific customization.