West Monroe Named Overall AI Consulting Firm of the Year

The award acknowledges West Monroe’s strategy of embedding artificial intelligence into its own operational fabric rather than treating it as an external service. By launching platforms like the public-facing WestMonroe.ai and its internal operational intelligence tool Clonal, the firm has moved beyond theoretical advisory work. Chief AI Officer Bret Greenstein noted that the firm’s competitive advantage stems from firsthand experience, allowing them to advise clients based on proven internal execution rather than abstract models. This year’s accolades for the firm also include a Gold Stevie Award for AI-Driven Culture and a top ranking from Forbes in the management consulting category.

Steve Johansson, Managing Director at AI Breakthrough, emphasized that the firm distinguishes itself by integrating strategy, governance, and workforce enablement into a single delivery model. With more than 5,000 nominations submitted across 20 countries, the 2026 awards program recognized industry giants such as NVIDIA and Dell alongside West Monroe. The firm now positions its internal AI Store and agentic platforms as essential components for companies looking to accelerate value delivery in a rapidly evolving market.