Official definition

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing advice and assistance to businesses and other organizations on management issues, such as strategic and organizational planning; financial planning and budgeting; marketing objectives and policies; human resource policies, practices, and planning; production scheduling; and control planning. Illustrative Examples: Actuarial, benefit, and compensation consulting services Human resources consulting services Marketing consulting services Administrative and general management consulting services Process, physical distribution, and logistics consulting services Cross-References.