- For all the procedures and peer reviews in place for performance management, it's just lip service. Consistency of standard required to get promoted varies; too many Consultants promoted to Senior Consultants at year-end has led to message that there will be stricter quotas at mid-year promotion round.
- Accounts do not use the admittedly robust and descriptive competency frameworks.
- Being based in head office and not at client site, and knowing certain Partners, is guaranteed promotion. Delivering good work at client site is a more challenging ask.