The most progressive governments are restructuring to provide citizens with end-to-end services through a single point of contact.

Christopher Daniel joined Boston Consulting Group in the Cologne office in September 2006, transferred to the Middle East in 2009, and has been working in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia since 2011.

Within BCG, Christopher leads the Middle East Public Sector and People & Organization practices. He is also the global lead for transformation in government and people and organization within the public sector. His project experience covers strategy development, budgeting, ecosystem governance, efficiency improvement, HR, organization, service delivery, transformation, and large-scale implementation projects across multiple stakeholders.

He is a native German speaker but also fluent in English, French, and Spanish.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

  • Public sector
  • Strategic workforce planning
  • Human resources and organization
  • Large-scale implementation
  • Government efficiency
  • Customer service in the public sector
  • Budgeting

EDUCATION

  • PhD, finance, WHU–Otto Beisheim School of Management
  • MSc, economics, Fernuniversität Hagen
  • MSc, business, WHU–Otto Beisheim School of Management
  • MBA, Lancaster University

Publications and Videos

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Transformation in the Public Interest

To build for the future, public sector organizations must focus on process, progress, transparency, and—especially—people.
A Five-Step Agenda for Smarter Government Spending

A Five-Step Agenda for Smarter Government Spending

Many public sector agencies face financial strain after the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are the best practices for reducing expenses while raising efficiency and effectiveness.
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Recasting Government in the Wake of COVID-19

Four organizational imperatives will help governments meet constituents’ evolving needs.
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Why the Social Sector Needs Scenario Planning Now

As long-term threats to society loom, governments need to be ready if they are to safeguard the well-being of individuals and communities.
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Governing in the Time of Coronavirus

To maintain people’s trust and prepare for the unprecedented challenges that lie ahead, government leaders must avoid some common mistakes.
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How to Start Building the Government of the Future

Governments need new structures that are suited to today’s world, but implementing a dramatic overhaul is tough. Here’s how public sector leaders can get started.
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The New Public-Sector Leader

Governments and public agencies must make leader development a key pillar of their strategies for the future. Here’s how.
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Humanizing Leadership Development

The way we develop leaders is ripe for disruption. It’s time for tailored, experience-based learning that’s available on demand.
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A Blueprint for the Government of the Future

To solve 21st century problems and retain their credibility, governments must escape their silos and get up to speed with digital services.
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The Hidden Potential of Frontline Leaders in the Public Sector

Frontline leaders play a pivotal role in the public sector. By understanding what makes some frontline leaders excel while others languish, organizations can equip public servants to deliver breakout performance.
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How Frontline Leaders Can Deliver Breakout Performance

Frontline leaders can have a huge impact on their teams, on an organization’s overall performance, and on customer satisfaction, yet most companies fail to develop them effectively. A three-step program can help.
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