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Imagine a neurologist gaining a new diagnostic instrument: one that listens rather than scans and works in real time during a routine consultation. In our latest #StrategyandInsider podcast episode, Virtuosis AI co-founders Lara Gervaise and Edoardo Giudice introduce their CE-certified voice analysis technology, which already screens for up to 25 health conditions including Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, depression, and cardiometabolic disorders. The result: a powerful new lens for differential diagnosis and preventive care. Developed in collaboration with the University of Ottawa and Bruyère Research Institute, the technology shows how AI augments clinical reasoning. Hear the science behind the voice: https://lnkd.in/dVmGVAJg

As AI accelerates technology decisions, cloud is no longer just about scale and efficiency. It is becoming the backbone for resilience, control and AI at enterprise scale. Yet many cloud platforms are not built to support this next phase. The latest PwC paper lays out five imperatives to turn cloud into an AI‑ready value platform for financial services. Discover what "cloud execution" really means in the age of AI: https://bit.ly/3P5Zx1W

German industrial manufacturers hold what most competitors cannot easily replicate: massive installed bases, deep customer trust, and real systems expertise. Yet, too many companies still struggle to turn these strengths into new business models.     According to our latest survey, the main barrier is organizational. In order to reinvent the industrial manufacturing industry, the three most critical enablers for reinvention are all internal:  1️⃣ Agile organizational structures  2️⃣ Fast technology adoption  3️⃣ Strong talent and innovation capabilities     Value creation is shifting from selling equipment to delivering performance. Manufacturers who reinvent their business model around that reality will lead. Those who do not risk watching their strongest assets lose.     Discover how leading companies are making reinvention: https://lnkd.in/dhxwamsd 

62% of CIOs expect AI to dominate organizational decision-making within five years. Yet only one in three organizations have structurally embedded AI into workflows and business models. The gap between ambition and execution is compounding. Our CIO study, based on a survey with 50 tech leaders across Germany, reveals what we call the ‘AI adoption illusion’: AI is everywhere, except where it changes outcomes. Most organizations are scaling AI into structures that were never designed for it, and the result are pilots that generate visibility but no impact. Find out where the real inflection points are: https://lnkd.in/dZPHxmpe

🍔 A Big Mac costs 85% more in Germany than in China. But what happens when you apply that same logic to electric vehicles? Spoiler: the price gap does not just reflect economics, it is shaped by VAT, tariffs, trade-defense duties, and OEM strategy. In our latest Electric Vehicle Sales Review, we break down BEV pricing across China and Germany using four real-world scenarios: from local production to cross-border trade. Download the full report here: https://lnkd.in/dbqFWUNp

The home is evolving into a central hub for health and wellbeing. Our latest study with PwC highlights strong demand for “Healthy Living” concepts that blend living spaces, digital tech, and innovative services. But how can our homes truly support healthier, happier lives? Key insights: 🏠 92% of consumers are interested in Healthy Living solutions 🏠 78% want to age at home or in community living 🏠 Consumers are willing to pay an extra $140/month for Healthy Living housing Health is moving where life happens. Creating sustainable models requires cross-industry collaboration, from healthcare and housing to technology and the public sector. Discover expert insights and explore the full study here: https://lnkd.in/dJNWmRc8

A day to remember! Last week, Strategy& Europe came together in Scheveningen for our All Hands Meeting 2026. Our colleagues from the Netherlands, Turkey, Austria and Germany united for a day of connection, inspiration, and shared ambition. Together, we explored how we drive value and propel growth in an era of technological disruption, converging megatrends, and geopolitical shifts, and what it means for the future of strategy consulting. & - We talked about SuperCollaboration: the fusion of human judgment, creativity, and relationships with AI's analytical power & - We heard our clients' voice confirming what sets us apart: our collaborative culture, our partnership approach, and our teaming power & - We aligned on a bold reinvention agenda: combining our strategic edge with PwC's scale to strengthen our competitive market position But beyond a bold strategy for the future, this day was about something bigger: reconnecting as a team across borders, practices, and hierarchies. Feeling the energy that no virtual call can deliver. Reinforcing that we are one Strategy& Europe. Together we grew. Together we connected. Together we celebrated.

Over the last 10 years, there have been more than 600 CEO transitions within the S&P 500. But are those changes leading to meaningful improvements in performance? In PwC's new CEO Impact Report, our colleagues examine company performance across specific sectors against average Total Shareholder Return to address this very question: https://lnkd.in/gX7nM8iy

The nearshoring reality check Many European manufacturers moved production to Central and Eastern Europe expecting significant cost savings, proximity, and speed. But the reality tells a different story. Labor costs in CEE are rising 3.5 times faster than productivity, while energy prices have increased up to three times over the past decade. Today, the region faces a 16% higher manufacturing labor shortage compared to Western Europe, and production is 2-3 times less automated than Asia. The result? Many nearshoring initiatives fail to deliver expected competitive advantages and increasingly tie up headquarters management capacity without creating differentiation. The question is no longer nearshoring versus offshoring. It is how to configure your entire value chain to drive both operational performance and revenue growth. Download our new report for strategic recommendations on unlocking the full potential of your production footprint: https://lnkd.in/dfxPrkzU

Europe's Q1 2026 EV scorecard is in, and it offers a compelling data point in the long-running debate over whether European EV demand still needs policy support to grow. Based on this quarter's results, the answer appears to be yes. In markets where purchase incentives were renewed or extended, BEV sales surged well above the regional average: ➡️ France: BEV sales +50% YoY ➡️ Germany: BEV sales +41% YoY ➡️ Top 5 European markets combined: +36% YoY Both France and Germany benefited directly from reintroduced or extended purchase incentives, and both outpaced the European average. On the PHEV side, the UK has officially overtaken Germany as Europe's largest plug-in hybrid market, with sales up 47% YoY – while PHEV sales across the top five European markets rose 42%. For OEMs, the takeaway is clear: policy environments still set the pace of demand. Strategy needs to account for that reality, especially when planning volume allocation, pricing, and launch timing across markets. Find deeper insights here: https://lnkd.in/dbqFWUNp PwC Autofacts®