Public sector organizations are key to societal and economic progress and well being. For over 70 years, McKinsey has worked alongside government organizations to improve the lives and livelihoods of their communities, driving transformations that have a significant, positive impact on society. By combining a highly collaborative working model with data-driven insights and leveraging technology solutions to unlock the full potential, we provide an approach tailored to each client’s needs.
Our work spans multiple sectors and functions, including digital and analytics, operations, organization, and strategy. We work end-to-end—from diagnosis to delivery of lasting impact—together generating tangible results that are improving the lives of people worldwide.
How we help clients
Citizen Experience
Collaborate with government agencies to ensure that they can deliver an exceptional customer experience, including through our distinctive user experience (CX) benchmark and insights.
Digital & Analytics
Work with government agencies to achieve even greater potential through use of data, analytics and cutting-edge solutions, including generative AI and Cloud-native tools.
Government Operations & Productivity
Elevate government performance to achieve ambitious program goals and transform operations by deploying a holistic approach across people, process, and technology.
Reinvesting in Economies
Support government agencies around the world to deliver sustainable and inclusive economic growth that strengthens local workforce and competitiveness
Talent & Capabilities
Assist government agencies to become talent-first public service organizations and realize the potential of their workforce in delivering public service excellence
Impact stories
Transforming a national housing agency
Supporting a government agency to improve its operational performance and morale.
Advancing childhood literacy in Brazil
Raising reading proficiency to 85 percent by balancing support and accountability for educators.
Boosting agricultural productivity in North Africa
Helping boost agricultural productivity, exports, and raise subsistence farmers out of poverty.
JobsOhio and the long-term, innovative revitalization of a state’s economy
Helping boost agricultural productivity, exports, and raise subsistence farmers out of poverty.
Made in Africa: Catalyzing stronger, sustainable, and inclusive economies
October 9, 2023 – Manufacturing is the bedrock of a growing economy. Foreign direct investment can play a key role in nurturing this sector to accelerate sustainability and inclusion in emerging economies.
How a government agency is preparing workers to thrive in the skills-based economy
February 20, 2023 – Australia’s Department of Regional New South Wales, a government agency supporting rural communities across the state, has worked with McKinsey to build a future-ready workforce.
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work for social sector, healthcare, and public entities
Supporting those who serve society
Education
Improving outcomes for students, schools, and systems.
Social Sector
Helping leading institutions identify solutions to major societal challenges and improve the health, lives and livelihoods of people around the world
