Management consultancy provides strategic advice to clients through research and analysis. Common areas of focus include strategy, talent and organization, supply chain management, customer relationship management, and finance/performance management. Accenture is a large global management consultancy that works with clients across many industries. As an analyst, typical work involves market research, project management, data analysis, and implementing technology solutions for clients. The application process is competitive with requirements for strong academic qualifications and problem-solving skills in interviews.
ScottMadden recently partnered with APQC for a complimentary three-part webinar series focused on shared services.
This webinar session, presented by Brad DeMent and Jerred Crosby, partners at ScottMadden, addressed employee engagement, continuous improvement, new service offerings, and expanding the scope of operations.
The Future of Finance in a World of Global Digital Transformation3Sixty Insights
Blue Hill Research's Hyoun Park explores how the Future of Finance will change as Digital Transformation, the Internet of Things, the Subscription Economy, and microservices start to take over the business world.
ScottMadden recently partnered with APQC for a complimentary three-part webinar series focused on shared services.
This webinar session, presented by Brad DeMent and Jerred Crosby, partners at ScottMadden, addressed employee engagement, continuous improvement, new service offerings, and expanding the scope of operations.
The Future of Finance in a World of Global Digital Transformation3Sixty Insights
Blue Hill Research's Hyoun Park explores how the Future of Finance will change as Digital Transformation, the Internet of Things, the Subscription Economy, and microservices start to take over the business world.
Technology is a key enabler for achieving the synergies and savings associated with a shared services delivery model and are important tools for running an HR service center. This is the second session in an HR Shared Services learning series that ScottMadden presented in conjunction with SSON. In this session, we reviewed a range of HR technologies to consider as you plan your shared services operation. We discuss the key functions of different types of technologies, important requirements and tips for evaluating different solutions, and guidelines for estimating technology costs.
For more information, please visit www.scottmadden.com.
A solid business case provides the foundation for implementing a successful shared services organization. This is the first session in an HR Shared Services learning series that ScottMadden presented in conjunction with SSON. In this session, we covered the elements of a good business case including examining current costs, projecting costs and savings based on your future design, and conducting sensitivity analysis to understand possible outcomes. This presentation provides detailed guidelines and lessons learned for developing a sound business case.
For more information, please visit www.scottmadden.com.
ScottMadden recently joined industry leaders at SSON’s 22nd Annual North American Shared Services & Outsourcing Week (SSOW) to provide strategies for establishing and continuing shared service success. This presentation shares key takeaways from the event, compliments of ScottMadden's Brad DeMent. For more information, please visit www.scottmadden.com.
Overcoming the challenges of change management associated with servitization ...Shaun West
Purpose: The objective of this paper is to provide empirical examples from in depth interviews of how business leaders have overcome the barriers to servitization. This builds upon earlier studies by West and Gaiardelli (2017) and West et al. (2018).
Design/Methodology/Approach: Using a prior survey as a starting point, 20 in-depth one-on-one interviews were carried out. The interviews used a semi-structured approach to identify the current practices used by firms to overcome the barriers to servitization. The results emerging from the interviews were organized according to the seven categories of servitization barriers defined by Hou & Neely (2013) and analyzed using a framework developed by Baines et al. (2016).
Findings: The research underlines that the servitization process is not only a complicated cultural change process, but also rather resource and time intensive (West & Gaiardelli, 2017). While the major challenges that manufacturing firms face essentially fall into the seven categories defined by Hou & Neely (2013), unique challenges for each of the analyzed firms emerge in terms of internal approaches, external barriers and reactions to change management altogether.
Originality/Value: This paper provides a full perspective on how servitization change management can be successfully achieved.
A well-designed IT Service Delivery Model is critical to achieving success in IT management and operations. Many IT organizations focus on optimizing their technology assets -- the infrastructure and applications. However, in our experience, business value is achieved most effectively when technology assets and the IT service delivery model are integrated and work together seamlessly.
Overcoming the challenges of change management associated with servitization:...Shaun West
Purpose: The objective of this paper is to provide empirical examples from in depth interviews of how business leaders have overcome the barriers to servitization. This builds upon earlier studies by West and Gaiardelli (2017) and West et al. (2018).
Design/Methodology/Approach: Using a prior survey as a starting point, 20 in-depth one-on-one interviews were carried out. The interviews used a semi-structured approach to identify the current practices used by firms to overcome the barriers to servitization. The results emerging from the interviews were organized according to the seven categories of servitization barriers defined by Hou & Neely (2013) and analyzed using a framework developed by Baines et al. (2016).
Findings: The research underlines that the servitization process is not only a complicated cultural change process, but also rather resource and time intensive (West & Gaiardelli, 2017). While the major challenges that manufacturing firms face essentially fall into the seven categories defined by Hou & Neely (2013), unique challenges for each of the analyzed firms emerge in terms of internal approaches, external barriers and reactions to change management altogether.
Originality/Value: This paper provides a full perspective on how servitization change management can be successfully achieved.
IKYA is the fastest growing HR solutions provider in India, offering world-class services to over 5000+ locations across the country—including leading MNCs and large Indian firms across industries—and helping nearly 84,000 associates enhance their careers every year.
Regardless of whether your company is looking for leaders, managers or front-line employees, we have the experience, expertise and depth of knowledge to find you the best talent. Our team of over 300 consultants comes with varied domain and industry expertise, and is focused on hiring the right people for your organization.
Leveraging Enterprise-Wide HR Shared Services in Higher EducationChazey Partners
As a Higher Education institute, how do you truly engage Shared Services as a new way of working? In 2015, Chazey Partners was engaged by UCSF to assess its HR Shared Services performance and we thereafter put together a compelling case study on how University of California San Francisco (UCSF) meets its growth projections while supporting enterprise-wide payroll integration through Shared Services.
Achieving HR Excellence: A Global and Evidence-Based View - from May 30 Pres...Waldron
Achieving HR Excellence: A Global and Evidence-Based View. Powerpoint Deck from from May 30 Presentation with John Boudreau highlighting findings from his (and Ed Lawler\'s) forthcoming book.
Respondiendo a la demanda del mercado de optimizar costos y maximizar la productividad de los equipos de desarrollo de software, las empresas de tecnología con presencia global ejecutan los proyectos de integración de sistemas utilizando equipos off-shore. Es clave para el éxito de este modelo de delivery, una gestión de proyectos global que aborde de forma efectiva los desafíos que presenta el trabajo off-shore.
Technology is a key enabler for achieving the synergies and savings associated with a shared services delivery model and are important tools for running an HR service center. This is the second session in an HR Shared Services learning series that ScottMadden presented in conjunction with SSON. In this session, we reviewed a range of HR technologies to consider as you plan your shared services operation. We discuss the key functions of different types of technologies, important requirements and tips for evaluating different solutions, and guidelines for estimating technology costs.
For more information, please visit www.scottmadden.com.
A solid business case provides the foundation for implementing a successful shared services organization. This is the first session in an HR Shared Services learning series that ScottMadden presented in conjunction with SSON. In this session, we covered the elements of a good business case including examining current costs, projecting costs and savings based on your future design, and conducting sensitivity analysis to understand possible outcomes. This presentation provides detailed guidelines and lessons learned for developing a sound business case.
For more information, please visit www.scottmadden.com.
ScottMadden recently joined industry leaders at SSON’s 22nd Annual North American Shared Services & Outsourcing Week (SSOW) to provide strategies for establishing and continuing shared service success. This presentation shares key takeaways from the event, compliments of ScottMadden's Brad DeMent. For more information, please visit www.scottmadden.com.
Overcoming the challenges of change management associated with servitization ...Shaun West
Purpose: The objective of this paper is to provide empirical examples from in depth interviews of how business leaders have overcome the barriers to servitization. This builds upon earlier studies by West and Gaiardelli (2017) and West et al. (2018).
Design/Methodology/Approach: Using a prior survey as a starting point, 20 in-depth one-on-one interviews were carried out. The interviews used a semi-structured approach to identify the current practices used by firms to overcome the barriers to servitization. The results emerging from the interviews were organized according to the seven categories of servitization barriers defined by Hou & Neely (2013) and analyzed using a framework developed by Baines et al. (2016).
Findings: The research underlines that the servitization process is not only a complicated cultural change process, but also rather resource and time intensive (West & Gaiardelli, 2017). While the major challenges that manufacturing firms face essentially fall into the seven categories defined by Hou & Neely (2013), unique challenges for each of the analyzed firms emerge in terms of internal approaches, external barriers and reactions to change management altogether.
Originality/Value: This paper provides a full perspective on how servitization change management can be successfully achieved.
A well-designed IT Service Delivery Model is critical to achieving success in IT management and operations. Many IT organizations focus on optimizing their technology assets -- the infrastructure and applications. However, in our experience, business value is achieved most effectively when technology assets and the IT service delivery model are integrated and work together seamlessly.
Overcoming the challenges of change management associated with servitization:...Shaun West
Purpose: The objective of this paper is to provide empirical examples from in depth interviews of how business leaders have overcome the barriers to servitization. This builds upon earlier studies by West and Gaiardelli (2017) and West et al. (2018).
Design/Methodology/Approach: Using a prior survey as a starting point, 20 in-depth one-on-one interviews were carried out. The interviews used a semi-structured approach to identify the current practices used by firms to overcome the barriers to servitization. The results emerging from the interviews were organized according to the seven categories of servitization barriers defined by Hou & Neely (2013) and analyzed using a framework developed by Baines et al. (2016).
Findings: The research underlines that the servitization process is not only a complicated cultural change process, but also rather resource and time intensive (West & Gaiardelli, 2017). While the major challenges that manufacturing firms face essentially fall into the seven categories defined by Hou & Neely (2013), unique challenges for each of the analyzed firms emerge in terms of internal approaches, external barriers and reactions to change management altogether.
Originality/Value: This paper provides a full perspective on how servitization change management can be successfully achieved.
IKYA is the fastest growing HR solutions provider in India, offering world-class services to over 5000+ locations across the country—including leading MNCs and large Indian firms across industries—and helping nearly 84,000 associates enhance their careers every year.
Regardless of whether your company is looking for leaders, managers or front-line employees, we have the experience, expertise and depth of knowledge to find you the best talent. Our team of over 300 consultants comes with varied domain and industry expertise, and is focused on hiring the right people for your organization.
Leveraging Enterprise-Wide HR Shared Services in Higher EducationChazey Partners
As a Higher Education institute, how do you truly engage Shared Services as a new way of working? In 2015, Chazey Partners was engaged by UCSF to assess its HR Shared Services performance and we thereafter put together a compelling case study on how University of California San Francisco (UCSF) meets its growth projections while supporting enterprise-wide payroll integration through Shared Services.
Achieving HR Excellence: A Global and Evidence-Based View - from May 30 Pres...Waldron
Achieving HR Excellence: A Global and Evidence-Based View. Powerpoint Deck from from May 30 Presentation with John Boudreau highlighting findings from his (and Ed Lawler\'s) forthcoming book.
Respondiendo a la demanda del mercado de optimizar costos y maximizar la productividad de los equipos de desarrollo de software, las empresas de tecnología con presencia global ejecutan los proyectos de integración de sistemas utilizando equipos off-shore. Es clave para el éxito de este modelo de delivery, una gestión de proyectos global que aborde de forma efectiva los desafíos que presenta el trabajo off-shore.
The Accenture Academy delivers flexible, scalable learning solutions that help companies looking to acquire strategic agility, meet new challenges and seize business opportunities.
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Developing a Roadmap for Digital TransformationJohn Sinke
Digitally mature companies out-perform their peers in innovation, agility and responsiveness to customers. “Digirati” also enjoy advantages in efficiency and effectiveness in product delivery, marketing, e-commerce, sales and customer service. More importantly, companies that achieve Digital Excellence are 26% more profitable (source: Capgemini Consulting and MIT Centre for Digital Business).
However, building a Roadmap for Digital Transformation requires not only successful collaboration between the CMO and the CIO, it also demands a strong customer-focused orientation and digital culture. During this presentation, John Sinke will share insights from leading marketers and his personal experience of turning Resorts World Sentosa into a “digital business”.
Networking and career search discusion documentdtorgerson
I've organized my search into a way that I can communicate to both people familiar with technology delivery and those that may not. Outside of a resume, this document communicates specific areas where I will make a positive impact for my next employer
2. Types of Consultancy
• Delivers strategic advice through research and analysis
Strategy
• Often working with C-Level executives
Talent & Organisation • Looks at how organisations are structured
Performance (T&OP) • Assists companies in recruiting, training and managing individuals
Management
Consulting
Supply Chain Management • Helps companies to design, build and run superior supply chains
(SCM) • Reduces overheads and increases efficiency
Customer Relationship • Creates a superior experience for our clients’ customers
Management (CRM) • Enhances the value of their customer relationships
Finance and Performance • Develops finance organisation and risk management strategies
Management (F&PM) • Gives clients new performance management capabilities and business insights
• Identifies and delivers innovative solutions to our clients using technology
sourcing Consulting
Technology
• Works in collaboration with other specialists on all business areas
IT
• Brings together technologies and applications to support business processes
Systems Integration (SI)
• Automates key tasks to improve internal efficiency
• Takes key business processes from clients to manage on their behalf
Out-
Outsourcing • Delivers cost and organisational improvements, letting the client focus on their
core strengths
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3. A little about Accenture..
Accenture is one of the world’s
leading management consultancy,
technology services and outsourcing
companies.
• Our clients include more than 80 of
the FTSE 100 and 96 of the Fortune
Global 100
• Over 200,000 employees in 52
countries
• US$21.55 billion revenues for the
fiscal year ended Aug. 31, 2010
• Around $600 million spent on training
per year
• Consistently voted #1 Graduate
Employer in Consulting at the Times
Graduate Recruitment Awards
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5. How Accenture is structured
Analyst Consulting Group (ACG)
Analysts can work on projects across all Client Service Groups
Comms & Financial Health & Public Products Resources
High Tech Services Services
Management Consulting and Integrated Markets
Systems Integration & Technology
Outsourcing
• Communications • Banking • Defence • Automotive • Chemicals and
Natural Resources
• Electronics • Capital Markets • Postal • Health Services
& High Tech • Energy
• Insurance • Education • Industrial
• Media & Equipment • Utilities
• Revenue
Entertainment
• Pharmaceuticals &
• Human Services
Medical Products
• Immigration
• Retail & Consumer
• Justice/Security
• Transportation
• Election Services
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6. Being an Analyst at Accenture
The role of an analyst varies depending
on the type of client and project. Typical
work includes:
Market research
Developing proposals/business cases
Gathering client requirements
Analysing and evaluating data/
processes/ technology/ people
Designing and implementing IT solutions
Testing software and processes
Training end users
Project management
Accenture graduate package:
£31,500 pa plus £10k sign-on bonus
30 days annual vacation
Laptop and Corporate Amex card
Pension and Share Purchase Plan
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7. Why choose Accenture?
Upsides.. ..Downsides
• Opportunity to work with a range • Unpredictable work load
of big name clients • Frequent travelling
• Variety of challenging project work • Un-glamorous client locations
• Dynamic working environment • Social life impacts
• Continuous emphasis on training
and self development
• Exciting lifestyle
• Financial rewards
• Rapid career progression
• The people, teams and support
network
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8. An additional 3rd
round interview is
Application process required for the small
number of
candidates (<3%)
who are being
considered for
Strategy alignment
Application online
www.accenture.com/ Accenture 1st Round 2nd Round Job Offer
ukgraduates HR Services Interview Assessment
Screen Centre
Expects •½ Day
minimum of assessment Candidates
340 UCAS 1:1 •In Tray contacted by
No closing date Exercise Graduate
points and 2:1 competency
- applications
degree •1:1 Case Recruitment
welcome year based Study
Applicants within 10
round interview Mini •1 x Group working days
need to score a Case Study
set amount of Exercise
points •Final 1:1
Interview
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9. FAQs
What do you know about us?
Why do you want to work for this company?
What attracts you to a career in…?
Why should we employ you?
What are your greatest strengths and weaknesses?
What do you think are the qualities required for this job?
What skills do you bring that other candidates may not
have?
What did you learn at university that you could bring to
this job?
Where do you expect to be in five years’ time?
Are you able to move/travel?
Are you applying for other jobs?
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11. Applications now open for Accenture’s 2010/11
Boot Camps:
Your toughest test yet
We can’t tell you everything about the Accenture Boot Camp, because we don’t
want to ruin the surprise. But expect a fast-paced, exhilarating and intense
learning experience. 48 hours that will stimulate your mind and enhance your
career prospects. You’ll spend time with other students, some of our top
Accenture consultants and special guests.
Visit our website now to apply www.accenture.com/bootcamp
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