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Philipp Kolo is a core member of the People & Organization practice at Boston Consulting Group, and a leading expert in the fields of people strategy and human resources. He helps his clients better understand their strategic people needs and the resulting upskilling and reskilling requirements and is responsible for BCG’s own strategic workforce planning tool. He works with companies as they transform their HR department in order to boost their people agenda. He was formerly Recruiting Director for the firm, responsible for BCG's own talent acquisition. During his time in that role, he gained hands-on experience in managing talent markets and adapting to their shifting expectations.

In a recent engagement, Philipp conducted several HR excellence programs improving performance management systems and leadership development. He has deep experience in HR organizational transformation (also in combination with the migration towards HR IT cloud solutions) in the auto and chemicals industry.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

EDUCATION

  • PhD, development economics, Georg-August University, Göttingen
  • Diplom, economics, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich/University of Lausanne

Publications and Videos

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Skill-Based Strategic Workforce Management: How to Prepare Organizations for the Future

The world of work is continuously evolving. This report explores how companies can adapt to the rapid changes, currently mostly driven by digital transformation and sustainability.
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Is E-mobility a Green Boost for European Automotive Jobs?

With well-informed planning and thoughtful implementation, stakeholders can ensure that the automotive industry continues to be a strong and stable motor for employment in Europe.

The Creating People Advantage Study Identifies Areas of High Need

Philipp Kolo, partner and associate director at BCG, discusses the need for action in three key areas: talent management, digitization, and HR leadership in defining the future of work.

BCG x WFPMA Webinar: Revisiting a Success Story

A look at the key insights and findings of the 2021 Creating People Advantage study, followed by a panel discussion featuring experts from both organizations.

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The Future of Jobs in the Era of AI

An in-depth analysis of the US, Germany, and Australia shows how technology will disrupt labor markets by 2030—displacing millions of workers but creating new opportunities as well.
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Next-Generation HR Is Connected and Value Centered

The function has a critical role to play in building future-ready organizations. To meet that challenge, HR needs to transform itself.
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The Big Payback of Emergency Preparedness

An investment of $5.6 million in activities aimed at cutting costs and response times during emergencies is expected to deliver $12 million in savings.
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Corporate Universities: An Engine for Human Capital

As the engine of economic growth shifts from financial to human capital, corporate universities are emerging as a powerful vehicle to secure and develop needed talent.