How Kearney Consulting Streamlined Global Research Operations with Conductor

‍Tackling Global Research Challenges in a Dynamic Environment

Kearney Consulting, a global leader in management consulting, found itself navigating a rapidly changing business landscape. With researchers spread across multiple countries, the company faced logistical hurdles in matching the right researcher to the right request and managing workflows efficiently. The complexity of coordinating requests and the inefficiencies of manual processes, such as managing requests through Excel, were creating significant operational challenges. Kearney needed a business process orchestration solution that was not only global but also adaptable to their evolving needs.

Industry Challenges: Managing Global Research with Disparate Systems

In the consulting industry, especially for global operations, managing research requests efficiently is critical. Kearney’s challenges were emblematic of the broader issues faced by many firms:

• Fragmented Workflows: Researchers working in different countries often operated in silos, leading to inefficiencies in matching requests to the right expertise. This disjointed approach wasted valuable time and made it difficult to optimize resource allocation.

• Manual Processes: Previously, Kearney managed research requests using Excel spreadsheets—a method that, while functional, was cumbersome and error-prone, particularly when dealing with dozens of requests daily. Tracking the status of each request and understanding team capacity required significant manual effort.

• Scaling Challenges: As Kearney’s business grew, so did the volume of research requests. The existing system was not equipped to handle the increasing scale, resulting in delays and difficulties in maintaining high standards of service delivery.

The need for a streamlined, flexible solution that could adapt to Kearney’s unique operational demands became increasingly apparent.

How Conductor Revolutionized Kearney’s Research Operations

Kearney turned to Conductor, Sensei Labs' powerful enterprise orchestration software, to overcome these operational challenges. The platform was integrated across their research operations, delivering transformative results:

• Enhanced Workflow Efficiency: Conductor enabled Kearney to digitize and streamline workflows for over 100 researchers worldwide. The platform facilitated the matching of researchers to specific requests, ensuring that the right expertise was assigned quickly and efficiently. This approach significantly reduced the time spent on logistical coordination.

• Real-Time Capacity Management: One of the key differentiators of Conductor was its ability to provide real-time visibility into team capacity. The addition of an online booking tool allowed managers to monitor how requests were being processed and identify available resources instantly. This functionality, which replaced Kearney’s previous Excel-based tracking, was a game-changer in boosting operational efficiency.

• A Continuous Partner in Evolution: Beyond the initial implementation, Conductor’s continuous evolution and adaptability have been crucial for Kearney. The platform is not just a tool but a partner that grows with the business. Over the last year and a half, Kearney has handled over 12,000 research requests annually, saving approximately 1,000 hours in time. This ongoing support and customization have reinforced Conductor as an indispensable part of Kearney’s operations.

For instance, what once took hours of manual effort—coordinating requests across different geographies and managing team workloads—can now be done seamlessly within the Conductor platform. The results speak for themselves: improved accuracy, faster turnarounds, and a more agile response to client needs.

Why Conductor is the Future of Business Process Orchestration

For Kearney Consulting, Conductor proved to be more than just software; it became an extension of their team. By addressing the unique challenges of global research operations and continually evolving to meet new needs, Conductor has empowered Kearney to maintain its competitive edge in a dynamic industry.

If your organization is struggling with similar challenges—whether it’s aligning global teams, managing complex workflows, or scaling operations efficiently—Conductor offers a proven, adaptable solution. Partner with Conductor and experience how an orchestrated approach can transform your business processes, save valuable time, and drive impactful results.