The Economic Times

AI to end billing by the hour at accounting firms as private equity changes ownership, says Eisner Advisory CEO Charles Weinstein

Private equity is significantly altering how professional services firms are owned and operated. AI is expected to redefine the delivery and pricing of services in these firms. Industry experts suggest that growth in India may mirror trends seen in the US market. The old partnership model is likely to face increased pressure from emerging competition. These shifts may hasten the separation of audit and consulting functions at major firms.