Listen "What Big Consulting Firms Never Tell You"
Episode Synopsis
Today we pull back the curtain on why so many companies default to hiring massive consulting firms like IBM, Accenture, or Deloitte—only to be underwhelmed by the results.We'll break down the real risks and rewards of going with the “safe” choice, and how entrenched procurement processes can stifle innovation and make it tough for nimble, specialized consultancies to get a foot in the door.We also get candid about the cultural challenges big organizations face: from bureaucratic sprawl that turns nimble speedboats into lumbering aircraft carriers, to the way responsibility and risk are offloaded through layers of process and risk-averse leadership.Throughout the episode, the hosts draw lively parallels to familiar frustrations—like buying fancy workout equipment that collects dust, or getting stuck with “sticky” SaaS tools like Notion that promise the world but leave teams facing the same old organizational woes. And if you’re looking for an inspiring alternative to all the “safe bets” and corporate bloat, we spotlight 37signals as a bold example of what’s possible when strong opinions, grit, and a refusal to play by the rules drive sustainable success. So, whether you’re navigating enterprise procurement, considering your next SaaS tool, or just wondering why your company’s change process feels so sluggish, you’ll find plenty of practical wisdom (and a few laughs) in this episode. Let’s dive in!
More episodes of the podcast Dot Slash Deploy
Your Codebase Should Be AI-Friendly
10/10/2025
Building AI agents that actually work
26/09/2025
Why Agents Break Without Observability
29/08/2025
What Even Is an Agentic System?
01/08/2025
Why Your Migration is Doomed
04/07/2025
Will AI Replace Devs This Year?
06/06/2025
What Happens When AI Writes Your Code?
09/05/2025
ZARZA We are Zarza, the prestigious firm behind major projects in information technology.