The Pirates Society - Strategy consultants launch ARG

It's better to be a pirate than to join the Navy.

(Steve Jobs)

Strong character is the backbone of a strong organization. Interdisciplinary thinking and the development of creative strategies require people with personality: "It's character that creates impact!" That's the motto of Roland Berger Strategy Consultants and is also what explains the attraction of an Alternate Reality Game (ARG). It was therefore an easy decision for Roland Berger to turn to this new genre in its efforts to pique the interest of high potentials for strategy consulting.

Who wouldn't want to be a pirate? Don't you want to play the main role in a business thriller? As fantastic as the story of an ARG may be, players need abilities and social skills to reach the goal. Pirates need the same qualities that set apart Roland Berger consultants: courage and a willingness to take risks in exploring new paths. And of course team spirit – creative solutions come about only from the teamwork of the best people.

The Pirates Society is reality – an organization that shares experiences and writes its own stories. Stay tuned to see when the Pirates Society sets sail again!

Roland Berger Strategy Consultants have created an ARG website 'to pique... interest...'

I'll say! It's a far cry from their business website - if they can maintain the clever pirate front, kudos!