The Billable Hour is Dead; Long Live the Billable Hour — Kevin Madura + Mo Bhasin, Alix Partners
This talk explores how AI, particularly generative AI, is reshaping knowledge work and professional services. The core thesis is that AI can significantly compress the initial data ingestion and analysis phases of engagements, freeing up experienced professionals for higher-value strategic tasks. This shift moves beyond traditional leverage models to a future where AI replicates and scales the expertise of senior individuals.
World's Fair 2025 17 min