Jean-François Bobier is a core member of Boston Consulting Group’s Technology Advantage practice with a focus on technology-driven transformation at scale. 

Since joining BCG in 2004, Jean-François has partnered with clients across multiple industries on projects related to digital, software engineering, agile, and deep tech.

Jean-François leads BCG’s R&D initiative on quantum computing and technology and digital organization. 

Prior to joining the firm, Jean-François worked as an IT architect for Fidelity Investments and IBM Business Consulting Services.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

EDUCATION

  • Engineering Degree (MS), computer science, telecommunications & network engineering, Telecom Paris
  • Engineering Degree (MS), computer Science, mathematics and physics, Ecole Polytechnique

Publications and Videos

Big Business Digs into Deep Tech

Big Business Digs into Deep Tech

New research spotlights four ways companies can respond to the big changes taking place in the digital marketplace.
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What Happens When ‘If’ Turns to ‘When’ in Quantum Computing?

No one can afford to sit on the sidelines as this transformative technology accelerates toward several critical milestones. It’s time to plan when and where to place your bets.
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Ensuring Online Security in a Quantum Future

The system that we have relied on for years to protect our online activities and communications is in danger of becoming obsolete.
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COVID-19 Opens a New Era for Real-World Evidence in Pharma

To capture the opportunities, companies must build a fit-for-purpose strategy while proactively helping to shape the regulatory environment.
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It’s Time for Financial Institutions to Place Their Quantum Bets

This emerging technology could be a game-changing opportunity—and an existential threat.
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A Quantum Advantage in Fighting Climate Change

In the coming decade, quantum computing could improve existing zero-emission technologies and contribute to the creation of new ones.
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Will Quantum Computing Transform Biopharma R&D?

Quantum computing has the potential to significantly accelerate, enhance the quality of, and reduce the costs of drug discovery.
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Rethinking How Cars Are Built—with Modern Consumers in Mind

People expect frequent software updates and new features for their smartphones, and now they want the same for their cars. Automakers must restructure their engineering operations to keep up.
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Why Carmakers Are Racing to Go Digital

New cars are like rolling computers. AI, virtualization, and other new technologies can help automotive engineering keep up with this complexity.
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Promise and Responsibilities in Our Digital World: Our Take on the USI 2016 Conference

Digital technologies are ever-more sophisticated. And they’re affecting our lives in increasingly significant ways. At USI 2016, both the possibilities and the implications were in the spotlight.
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