The Big Four is betting on AI agents — and working out how they will transform consulting

• The Big Four are competing to develop the best AI solutions.
• Deloitte and EY just launched into the next phase of competition — AI agents to work alongside employees.
• Agentic AI could reshape consultancies’ business model.

The Big Four professional services firms are running their own AI race.

Deloitte, EY, PwC, and KPMG have been investing heavily in automation and AI for several years, competing to build the best solutions for their clients…