Top Technology Consulting Trends for 2024

Technology consulting in 2025 is poised to be a transformative year. Here's an internal introspective view of WorkingMouse's present priorities, showcasing key trends that are set to shape the industry. By reflecting on these trends, consulting services, IT support providers, and business management firms can better prepare for the challenges and opportunities ahead.

Focus on Team Topologies

Organisational and team structures are critical to the success of any consulting service. At WorkingMouse, we are prioritising team topologies, a concept that emphasises the importance of structured team setups.

In this example the enablement team is the Codebots Platform Team which operates separately from the WorkingMouse operational teams. The Enablement team empowers the Platform teams tooling.

This approach includes surgical application/product teams, infrastructure teams, and platform teams. Each type serves a unique purpose, from aligning workstreams with business segments to providing internal products that accelerate delivery. By adopting these team topologies, consulting firms can enhance their efficiency and adaptability, ensuring they remain competitive in a rapidly evolving market while minimising handover and throughput at high quality.

The teams are seprated into Platform enablement, Application and Infastructure for DevOps and Non-Functional requirements.

The Rise of Digital Twin Technology

Digital Twin technology is set to revolutionise the way consulting services approach business management. By creating digital replicas of physical systems, companies can gain unprecedented insights into their operations. At WorkingMouse, we have integrated our internal development platform as our digital twin technology to model information security management systems and reduce technical debt. This holistic approach allows us to connect dependencies between people, processes, and tools, providing greater control over business operations, people, and process governance. As businesses strive for operational excellence, digital twins will become indispensable tools for achieving visibility and control at scale.

The Battleboard is a digital twin of WorkingMouses operations which is connected to our peoples skills and responsibilites.

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Priorities

ESG considerations are increasingly influencing business decisions. In 2024, companies must integrate ESG principles into their core strategies. WorkingMouse has established three distinct ESG committees: the Information Security Steering Committee (ISSC), the Audit and Compliance Committee (AACC), and the People and Policies Committee (PAPC). These committees focus on monitoring security threats, ensuring governance systems are followed, and linking policies with people. As enterprises seek to collaborate with innovative SMEs, meeting ESG targets will be crucial. Annual ESG reports will help organisations track their sustainability and supply chain risk objectives and demonstrate their commitment to responsible business practices.

Simplifying User Experience with Platform Engineering

Enhancing user experience (UX) is a top priority for technology solutions in 2024. WorkingMouse has rebuilt its modelling tool from the ground up, creating rich visual models connected to automation and user interfaces. This empowers business analysts and stakeholders to control the systems we build, fostering greater collaboration and efficiency. By simplifying UX, consulting firms can deliver more intuitive and valuable solutions, ultimately improving client satisfaction and project outcomes.

Model-Driven Metrics and Visuals

Data-driven decision-making is essential for modern consulting services. At WorkingMouse, we have developed a complex SQL query tool integrated into a visual editor, enabling the creation of live or static reports. This democratises access to data insights, allowing clients and internal teams to generate reports easily. By leveraging model-driven metrics and visuals, consulting firms can provide transparent, actionable insights that drive better business management and technology solutions.

Combining Meta and Visual Modelling

The integration of meta and visual modelling offers significant benefits for consulting services. This approach reduces complexity and enhances the usability of models. At WorkingMouse, we use an infinite canvas to link multiple parts of a model, simplifying management and improving user experience. This combination enables more efficient project execution and better alignment with client needs. Consulting models are no longer static single-use artefacts but first-class evolving representations of the process and system.

Dynamic Models and Logic

Decoupling logic from target applications is a strategic focus for 2024. WorkingMouse uses platform engineering tools like our frames and pipelines to abstract elements traditionally built into applications. This approach allows for greater flexibility and control, enabling dynamic models and logic that can be applied via API. By decoupling logic, consulting firms can streamline processes, reduce technical debt, and enhance the overall quality of their technology solutions.

Rivaling Industry Giants

Finally, as WorkingMouse sets its sights on rivaling platforms like Figma and GitLab, the goal is to demonstrate the superior value of our platform engineering tool. Unlike disconnected tools that manage processes separately, our approach links models directly to targets, creating momentum and reducing technical debt. This unique value proposition positions WorkingMouse to lead the market in platform engineering and low-code solutions.

Conclusion

As we look ahead to 2025 and beyond, these trends highlight the evolving nature of technology consulting. By focusing on team topologies, digital twin technology, ESG priorities, UX simplification, model-driven metrics, meta and visual modelling, and dynamic models, consulting firms can stay ahead of the curve. Embracing these trends will not only enhance operational efficiency but also ensure sustainable growth and client satisfaction in an increasingly competitive landscape.

For consulting services, IT support providers, and business management firms, the future holds immense potential. By adopting these forward-thinking strategies, companies can navigate the complexities of the digital age and deliver unparalleled value to their clients. WorkingMouse’s introspective view offers valuable insights for the industry, paving the way for innovation and excellence in technology consulting.