Market Reality Check
Market share shift from Big 4 to specialized experts in AI consulting
Of enterprises report dissatisfaction with Big 4 AI implementations
Value of AI projects switching from Big 4 to specialized firms in 2024
Side-by-Side Comparison
Real metrics from actual enterprise AI implementations
Why Big 4 AI Projects Fail
Systemic issues that plague large consulting firms and delay your AI transformation
Junior Team Delegation
Big 4 firms assign junior consultants to execute while partners sell, leading to knowledge gaps and slower delivery.
Generic Methodologies
One-size-fits-all approaches that ignore industry-specific requirements and unique business contexts.
Bureaucratic Overhead
Layers of approval, extensive documentation requirements, and committee-based decision making.
Limited AI Specialization
Generalist consultants retrofitting traditional approaches rather than AI-first methodologies.
The Specialized Advantage
How specialized expertise and agile execution deliver superior results
Direct Partner Involvement
Senior experts personally lead every engagement from strategy through implementation.
AI-First Expertise
Deep specialization in AI/ML with team members from Google, Microsoft, and leading tech companies.
Agile Execution
Streamlined processes with rapid iteration and continuous stakeholder feedback.
Transparent Value
Clear pricing with 85-90% of budget going directly to solution delivery.
Fortune 500 Manufacturer Case Study
Challenge
Needed AI-powered quality control system. Big 4 quoted 18-month timeline and $3.2M budget.
ShiftCTRL Solution
ShiftCTRL delivered complete solution in 12 weeks at $1.8M total cost.
Results Achieved
- 99.9% defect detection accuracy
- 67% reduction in quality issues
- 44% faster time-to-market
- $5.2M annual savings achieved
“ShiftCTRL delivered in 3 months what our previous consultant promised in 18 months. The difference in expertise and execution was remarkable.”