Despite widespread support from thinkers across the political spectrum for a service-based economy, traditional political parties remain fixated on conventional industrial models. Viktor Karlsson highlights a disconnect between forward-thinking economic theory and current political practice. Experts on both the left and right now advocate shifting focus towards economies built upon services rather than manufacturing. However, established parties struggle to move beyond ingrained “concrete molds” of economic thinking. This resistance hinders necessary adaptation to emerging economic realities. Karlsson suggests that consultants, though currently undervalued, represent a key component of this future service-driven landscape. Their expertise will be crucial for successfully navigating and implementing this economic transition.