Karin von Funck, BCG’s global lead for zero-based transformation, explains why great cost transformation goes beyond spreadsheets. The best companies don’t slash expenses. They have a deep understanding of what drives value, a rigorous approach to spending, and a culture that supports smart decision making. Quick cuts may deliver short-term relief but can erode long-term growth—as well as the trust of employees.   Learn More:  Karin von Funck: https://on.bcg.com/4iBZXqn  BCG Latest Thinking on Cost: https://on.bcg.com/4iU0RhB  Cost Management Remains an Executive Priority in 2025: https://on.bcg.com/41VTsYm  This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

For years, extended reality (XR) has waited to find its place in business. New lightweight, AI-enabled headsets are bringing the power of AI to the frontline. Tibor Mérey, BCG’s global business leader in frontier tech, explains how XR can boost productivity and address labor shortages. But will workers embrace it?  Tibor Mérey: https://on.bcg.com/43l9LQI  BCG’s Latest Thinking on Technology, Media, and Telecommunications: https://on.bcg.com/4hek0JY  BCG on Augmented and Virtual Reality: https://on.bcg.com/4hcx0zu  Seeing the World Through AI Glasses: https://lnk.to/imagine-this-Woolsey-smartglasses09     This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

HR is no longer just about managing people—it’s about shaping the future of work. Jens Baier, BCG’s HR transformation expert, discusses how AI and shifting employee expectations are forcing companies to rethink talent strategies. From re-recruiting to upskilling employees, HR must adapt to a rapidly changing landscape.  Learn More:  Jens Baier: https://on.bcg.com/41ca7Gv  BCG on People Strategy: https://on.bcg.com/3QtAjro  Decoding Global Talent: https://on.bcg.com/4gUC4IT   This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp