McKinsey's Sternfels on AI changing consulting: Non-client-facing roles shrinking, jobs growing are…

McKinsey is rapidly integrating AI, now employing 25,000 AI agents alongside 40,000 humans, with parity expected soon. This "25 squared" approach sees client-facing roles grow 25% while backend positions shrink, boosting output. AI saves millions of hours annually on routine tasks, allowing consultants to focus on complex challenges and unique human skills like judgment and creativity.