His company, Hay Group, is still active as a global management consultancy.

Saatchi had acquired Gamma through its purchase of the Hay Group in 1984.

Every Columbia hospital has such programs, compared with about 57 percent for the industry as a whole, according to the Hay Group, a consulting firm.

In a study of professional service firms, the Hay Group found that offices with engaged employees were up to 43% more productive.

By 2006 the Hay Group had expanded to 85 offices in 47 countries by acquisition and organic growth.

In 1950 the Hay Group published "Men and Management", a one-page thought piece for executives on current issues.

"Hay Group through the years: 1943 - 2008"

Michael Carter, vice president of the Hay Group, said costs were rising less this year than the nation's 3 percent inflation rate.

Mr. Hustead, who is also a senior vice president of the Hay Group, was the chairman.

Saatchi bought the Hay Group, a human resources consultancy, for $125 million in 1985.