Democratic governments around the world are under constant scrutiny from their citizens, allies, trade partners, and other constituencies to be accountable, efficient, and productive. Citizens expect value for their tax dollars and, consequently, officials must spend wisely and eliminate waste. Governments also find themselves facing greater budget pressures and lacking the necessary funds for infrastructure investments and service delivery. In most countries, the cost of delivering services far exceeds the rate of inflation, driven by factors ranging from the salaries and benefits of unionized employees to constituent demands related to housing, transportation, and other public initiatives.

As a result of these dynamics, a growing number of governments are turning to the private sector for service delivery. In doing so, they must address public mistrust of commercial businesses and their own lack of experience in negotiating mutually beneficial agreements.

L.E.K. serves as a trusted advisor to governments and agencies worldwide, helping them address a wide range of complex issues – from infrastructure projects, to major policy initiatives, to the management of state-owned enterprises (SOEs). For example:

We work with governments to enact industry reforms.
A regional transport ministry was plagued by low levels of profitability and inconsistent service quality in the local bus industry... more

We have helped developing countries effect the shift toward a knowledge-based economy.
An Asian government needed to develop the structural and environmental foundations necessary to support knowledge-based businesses... more

We enable governments to increase their competitiveness by maximizing their intellectual capital.
L.E.K. helped a Pacific Rim nation reverse a “brain drain” by implementing strategies to attract, retain, and develop talent... more

We help government organizations develop cogent business cases.
Many government bodies fail to get adequate resourcing because of poorly financed and inadequately supported funding submissions…. more

We help governments design new organizations.
A large provincial government had committed to the establishment of a new organisation to further develop the professionalism, effectiveness and responsiveness of the public sector departments and agencies under its control... more


To uncover and create new opportunities and assess and mitigate potential risks, clients turn to L.E.K. for services that support the full spectrum of government entities, including: 

• Local, state, and national governments 
• Agencies and SOEs 
• Regulatory bodies