The magazine is written primarily by McKinsey consultants and alumni, with contributions from guest authors.[1] Founded in 1964, it was initially an internal document at McKinsey shared with consultants and clients, until it was published more broadly in the 1990s.[2]
It also publishes research from the McKinsey Global Institute on economic issues.[3][4] The magazine is published quarterly with one special issue each year. McKinsey clients are given early access to upcoming issues.[5]
The parent company awards two articles a prize each year for articles that had the greatest perceived impact on management based on a panel of judges from the business community.[1]