Game of Consultants
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Guesstimate Cheat Sheet
Useful numbers for guesstimates and market sizing.
Why are “Chips” the New Oil?
Semiconductors have quietly become the strategic backbone of the 21st century, powering everything from artificial intelligence and electric vehicles to defence, communication, and critical infrastructure. Their significance became undeniable when the global chip shortage revealed how dependent the world is on a fragile supply chain concentrated in only a few places.
With Taiwan manufacturing most of the world’s advanced chips, the U.S.-China technology rivalry has escalated, pushing countries to prioritise security, self-reliance, and strategic investment in chip ecosystems.
As Moore’s Law slows, breakthroughs are shifting toward advanced packaging, heterogeneous integration, and specialised chip design, making talent, innovation, and geopolitical stability more vital than ever. Discover the full story in Rushil’s article.
Substance Report
Substance abuse in India has emerged as a critical public health and social challenge, influenced by rising early-age consumption, illicit trade, and gaps in regulatory enforcement. From alcohol and tobacco use to the growing prevalence of illicit drugs, the evolving landscape reflects deep-rooted behavioural, economic, and policy complexities.
This report presents a comprehensive, data-driven examination of how these substances shape youth behaviour, community well-being, and national health burdens, drawing on industry analysis, a 300+ respondent youth survey, insights from rehabilitation centres, and an extensive policy review.
It highlights key trends, identifies systemic gaps, and offers actionable recommendations aimed at strengthening regulation, improving awareness, and fostering safer environments.
The AI Bubble: Why $2.8 Trillion in Spending Can’t Find a Profit
The AI boom raises a natural question: why has investment exploded so far ahead of real returns? Trillions are being poured into data centres and chips, yet revenue growth remains limited and most enterprise pilots fail to scale. This creates uncertainty about whether the moment reflects true technological progress or another speculative cycle similar to the late-1990s telecom overbuild.
Financial institutions now warn that valuations look overstretched and productivity gains remain modest. The conclusion that emerges is clear: only disciplined capital allocation, careful use-case selection, strong governance, and staged execution can convert AI’s potential into sustainable value.
Find out in Aviral Kapoor’s article how disciplined strategy, not speculation, will define AI’s real winners.
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Competitor Benchmarking: Divi’s Laboratories
This benchmarking report provides a focused assessment of Divi’s Laboratories’ position in the evolving Indian API market. It highlights the company’s strengths in production efficiency and profitability while identifying improvement areas such as market diversification, research intensity, and product portfolio depth.
The study compares Divi’s with major competitors including Aarti Drugs, Laurus Labs, Neuland Laboratories, and Solara Active Pharma Sciences. It evaluates export distribution, innovation strategies, and operational KPIs to outline where Divi’s can strengthen its competitiveness and sustain long-term growth.
To reduce client concentration and enhance resilience, the analysis recommends expanding into high-growth segments like peptides and biologics, building partnerships in emerging markets, and upgrading R&D capabilities. These insights serve as a roadmap for Divi’s to broaden its reach, boost innovation, and reinforce leadership in global pharmaceutical supply chains.
Pratyaksh 2025: The Annual Consulting Journal
Introducing Pratyaksh 2025, the pioneering consulting journal of Delhi University, built on thoughtful research and sharp analysis.
This edition brings together 24 in depth research articles, 6 comprehensive research papers, and 7 well crafted guesstimates, along with exclusive interview transcripts from leading MBB consultants. With real case studies and a rich resource bank, Pratyaksh 2025 offers a clear view of today’s consulting dynamics.
Every piece has been carefully curated to provide depth, clarity, and practical value for readers across the consulting spectrum.