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West Monroe Shines with Prestigious Recognitions in Vault's Consulting Rankings

West Monroe, a leading global business and technology consulting firm, has recently announced its remarkable inclusion in three categories of Vault's 2026 consulting rankings. The firm has been recognized as one of the Most Prestigious Consulting Firms, a Top Energy Consulting Firm, and a Top IT Strategy Consulting Firm. These accolades position West Monroe prominently within the competitive landscape of consulting firms.

Vault’s annual consulting survey is a considerable assessment, gathering insights from over 10,000 professionals across nearly 100 firms globally. Respondents evaluate firms on several factors, including prestige, specialization, and key employment aspects. According to Gil Mermelstein, CEO of West Monroe, this recognition holds significant value as it reflects how peers view the firm, thus enhancing its reputation in the industry.

Recognition for Prestige and Excellence

Being featured in Vault's prestigious list of top consulting firms is not merely an honor; it reflects West Monroe’s commitment to delivering high-impact results through a unique combination of industry expertise and advanced technology. The firm's services are characterized by strong customer satisfaction, with 97% of clients recognizing West Monroe as a strategic advisor, and 96% of them attest that the value they receive equals or exceeds their investment. West Monroe also achieved a Net Promoter Score® of 85 in 2025, significantly surpassing the industry average.

Top-Ranked in Energy and Utilities Consulting

This marks the third consecutive year that West Monroe has been recognized as a Top Energy Consulting Firm. The accolade underscores the firm's profound expertise in assisting utilities and energy providers with complex operational and technological transformations. Notably, West Monroe collaborates with 20 of the 25 largest investor-owned utilities across the U.S., addressing essential operations in electric, gas, water, and renewable markets. Recent successes include:

• - Generating $115 million in value for an East Coast utility through innovative decarbonization strategies.
• - Cutting cyber response time by 90% for a major utility across more than 60 critical processes.

Strength in IT Strategy Consulting

Additionally, West Monroe's reputation has been bolstered by its distinction as a Top IT Strategy Consulting Firm for 2026. This recognition is a testament to the firm's expertise in advising organizations about enterprise technology strategies and IT operational frameworks. West Monroe assures clients of critical support in:

• - Application and infrastructure planning
• - Data and integration strategies
• - Cybersecurity and technology risk strategies

Key impacts for recent clients include:

• - Assisting a large healthcare provider in redesigning its IT operational model, yielding over $400 million in savings.
• - Enabling a Fortune 50 food and beverage company to modernize its IT capabilities and incorporate AI for growth, generating $250 million in savings while significantly decreasing downtime by 80%.

Ongoing Recognition and Commitment to Excellence

West Monroe continues to earn accolades as a leading consulting firm, recently recognized in notable rankings such as Business Insider's list of America's Top Management Consulting Firms, and celebrated as one of the Best Firms to Work For by Consulting Magazine. Its commitment to fostering a top-tier workplace has also earned it spots on USA Today’s Top Workplaces and the Great Place to Work® by Fortune list.

For further details regarding Vault's 2026 rankings, one can visit Vault's official website. To learn more about how West Monroe is creating value across industries, visit westmonroe.com.

About West Monroe

West Monroe is not just a consulting firm but a partner committed to delivering extraordinary value to clients. With a passion for innovation and the pursuit of excellence, West Monroe focuses on creating solutions that not only yield immediate results but also equip industries for future challenges. The firm's strategy integrates industry proficiency, strategic insights, and technological expertise, ensuring rapid impacts and sustained growth. Clients can rely on West Monroe's exceptional skills and approachable service to uncover new avenues for business value.

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