Stimulates innovative thinking by applying new skills to organizational challenges. Brings wisdom from the past, clarity about the present and foresight on the future into the decision-making process. Accelerates learning by leveraging focused inquiries into practical insights on critical success factors and forces driving change. Reduces resistance to change by integrating knowledge on leading-edge possibilities with current best practices. Creates dynamic responsiveness to changing circumstances by fluidly aligning resources with strategy throughout the organization.