Independent Research — March 2026

Reputation Barometer
Belgian IT & Management Consulting Sector

12 leading Belgian and international IT and management consulting firms assessed across 7 reputation dimensions.
How visible is your firm in the war for tech talent?

12 firms analysed
7 reputation dimensions
20+ public sources
By Willow Agency
Why this matters

Your employer brand determines who
wants to join your team.

Belgium faces an acute shortage of tech talent. Companies that invest in their visibility as an employer today are building a structural advantage. Digital transformation is accelerating, and firms that showcase their tech leadership attract the best talent.

75%
Tech talent shortage
Of companies in Belgium report difficulty finding IT and digital professionals — a crisis-level shortage affecting hiring across all sectors.
Agoria Belgium IT Skills Survey, 2025
€15B+
Annual IT market
Belgium's IT consulting and management consulting market is worth over €15 billion annually, with 12% year-over-year growth.
Belgian Chamber of Commerce, Digital Economy Report 2025
64%
Talent driven by brand
Of tech professionals research a company's reputation and digital presence before considering a role. Invisible firms lose top talent.
LinkedIn Talent Solutions Report, 2026
Results

How visible is your firm?

Each firm is assessed across 7 dimensions and assigned a maturity level — from Starter to Frontrunner. Click on a firm to see its detailed profile and growth opportunities.

Select a firm to see its
reputation profile and growth plan
Maturity level:
Strong
Solid
Growing
Emerging
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Capgemini and Accenture dominate international scale

Both firms achieve Frontrunner status through extensive digital presence, strong employer branding, and visible thought leadership. They compete on scale, resources, and international reputation — a different game from Belgian independents.

Delaware leads Belgian-owned consulting

Delaware matches international competitors on reputation dimensions through strong managing partner visibility, active digital strategy, and thought leadership. Proof that Belgian firms can compete head-to-head with global players.

Managing partner visibility: the biggest differentiator

Half the firms lack publicly identifiable leadership. In a talent-driven market, invisible leaders mean invisible firms. LinkedIn profiles, media appearances, and thought leadership separate Frontrunners from the field.

Thought leadership is the digital transformation story

Firms that publish insights on digital transformation, cloud migration, and AI-driven change attract consulting clients and top talent. Most firms under-invest in content that proves their expertise.

Belgian independents can close the gap

Without needing international scale, Belgian firms can compete by building strong managing partner brands, investing in targeted content, and creating visible employer value propositions. Targeted investment in 1-2 dimensions moves firms from Builder to Frontrunner in under a year.

Employer branding attracts scarce tech talent

With 75% of companies facing tech talent shortages, consulting firms with visible employer brands, strong Glassdoor ratings, and employee testimonials win recruitment wars. Digital presence translates directly to hiring success.

Methodology

Independent research. 7 dimensions.

Every assessment is based on concrete, traceable data points — from LinkedIn analytics to Glassdoor ratings, from career pages to media coverage in Belgian media and tech publications. No firm was consulted or informed.

Selection criteria — why these 12 firms?
Every firm meets three criteria: (1) significant presence in Belgium via offices in major cities, (2) active as a full-fledged IT and/or management consulting firm with digital transformation and advisory practice, and (3) compete for the same pool of tech talent and consulting clients. A mix of Belgian players (delaware, Cronos Group, Cegeka, Tobania) and international firms with major Belgian operations (Capgemini, Accenture, Inetum-Realdolmen, Ordina, Sopra Steria, Avanade, BDO Digital). This yielded 12 firms representing the competitive landscape of Belgian consulting.
01
Corporate Communication
Website quality, media coverage, awards & certifications, CSR communication
02
Managing Partner Reputation
LinkedIn presence, media appearances, speaking engagements, thought leadership
03
Digital Presence
LinkedIn company page, social media activity, content quality & engagement
04
Employer Branding
Career page, Glassdoor/Indeed ratings, GPTW certification, employee testimonials
05
Thought Leadership
Blog/insights, published reports, whitepapers, expert media contributions
06
Innovation & Technology
Digital transformation communication, cloud/AI partnerships, proprietary tools
07
Market Position
Revenue & employees, office network, service breadth, growth trajectory
Maturity levels
Frontrunner Sector leader — strong across most dimensions
Builder Solid foundation — targeted investment can elevate further
Grower Growth potential — quick wins available in key areas
Starter Early stage — significant untapped opportunity
Personalised report

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detailed reputation report

Receive a personalised deep-dive into your firm's reputation profile — with detailed analysis per dimension, competitor benchmarks, and a concrete improvement plan.

  • Detailed scoring per dimension with evidence
  • Benchmark against direct competitors
  • Prioritised action plan with quick wins
  • Managing partner brand assessment
  • Digital presence and content strategy audit

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Sources & references

IT Skills & Labour Market

  • Agoria Belgium, IT Skills Survey (2025)
  • LinkedIn Talent Solutions, Tech Hiring Report (2026)
  • ManpowerGroup Belgium, Tech Talent Shortage Index (2025)

Market & Digital Transformation

  • Belgian Chamber of Commerce, Digital Economy Report (2025)
  • IDC Belgium, IT Consulting Market Analysis (2025)
  • Gartner, Digital Transformation Spending Belgium (2026)

Employer Branding & Recruitment

  • SHRM & Vouch, Employer Brand Statistics (2026)
  • Weber Shandwick, CEO Reputation Premium (2020)
  • Randstad Employer Brand Research Belgium (2025)

Firm-Specific Sources

  • LinkedIn company pages & managing partner profiles (Mar. 2026)
  • Glassdoor & Indeed company reviews and ratings (Mar. 2026)
  • Websites, career pages and annual reports of all 12 firms
  • Great Place to Work Belgium certifications (2023-2024)
  • Belgian media: De Tijd, Trends, L'Echo, Kanaal Z, FDmagazine, Tech.eu