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Or Klier is a senior expert in Digital Transformation, FinTech, and Cybersecurity at Boston Consulting Group. He is a core member of the firm’s Technology Advantage practice. Or leads BCG's Tel Aviv Tech Hub, with a special focus on connecting BCG global clients with the Israeli tech ecosystem. He is also a member of the Cybersecurity leadership team, and the global leader of BCG's FinTech Control Tower, where he oversees a global team that advises clients on FinTech and innovation management topics. 

Or supports global BCG clients with digital transformation efforts, including end-to-end customer journey redesign, product and service innovation, data and analytics, digitization of the IT function, and launching of new digital initiatives. He is part of BCG’s Digital in Financial Services, Cybersecurity, and Data and Digital Platform global leadership teams. In addition, he has conducted over 25 tech immersion tours to Israel for global clients and supported them with scouting and sourcing of innovation. 

Or rejoined BCG in 2016 after spending six years as Head of Group Strategy at Bank Leumi. He had previously worked as a Project Leader at BCG’s New York office, where he led teams working with clients mainly from the financial services industry. Prior to that he was the Director of Product Development at RepliWeb, a software startup (acquired by Attunity), and was an Officer in the Israeli Air Force.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

EDUCATION

  • MBA, Wharton Business School, University of Pennsylvania
  • BSc, computer science and management, Tel-Aviv University
  • Graduate of Mamram, Israel Defense Forces advanced school of computer science.

HONORS AND AWARDS

  • Globes Magazine, 40 Under 40 Award, 2015

Publications and Videos

Digital Workers Are on the Move. Here’s What They’re Looking For

Digital Workers Are on the Move. Here’s What They’re Looking For

Higher pay is the top motive for relocating. But understanding other drivers of choice can help tech hubs and employers boost their appeal to global digital talent.
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A Geopolitical Lens for Cyber Resilience

Many organizations are unprepared to protect themselves against geopolitically motivated attacks. It’s time to recognize the risks and start planning a strong defense.
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The Funding Streak in Insurtech Continues

Although private market funding for insurtechs hit a new high in 2021, valuations of public firms have underperformed vis-à-vis the general stock market.
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Turning a Tech Hub into a Talent Magnet

Dynamic, innovation-led economies require lots of digital technology experts. Here are measures policymakers can take to attract both digital talent and companies needing their services.
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Navigating Rising Cyber Risks in Transportation and Logistics

Digitization has made the industry extremely vulnerable to hackers and cyber attacks. Here’s what companies can do to mitigate the risks.
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The Pandemic Pushed Insurtech Funding to an All-Time High

2020 saw a rush to digitization throughout the industry. For insurtechs, a record amount of equity funding followed.
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InsurTech Enters the ’20s with Sustained Success

A look at the record-breaking year in InsurTech (emerging trends, innovative business models, and the most disruptive technologies) using a data-driven view of InsurTech globally through products, investments, and geographies.
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A Smarter Way to Quantify Cybersecurity Risk

Not every application or data asset requires the same type or level of cybersecurity protection. BCG’s Cyber Doppler tool quantifies the likelihood of a cyberattack occurring as well as the impact of a successful attack.
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4 Strategic Observations and Questions on Facebook’s Libra Proposal

Facebook’s Libra announcement has caused a stir in the market. But it may be too soon to make final proclamations. Observers and market participants should keep an eye on these areas and expect answers to make sure Libra has a chance of success when it is introduced next year.