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Accenture released its inaugural 360° Value Report for fiscal 2022, emphasizing its commitment to delivering multifaceted value to clients, shareholders, and communities. This report showcases financial and ESG performance while providing a customizable online reporting experience for investors and stakeholders. The company aims to enhance transparency, build trust, and demonstrate its impact across various dimensions, reinforcing its focus on innovation and operational excellence in over 120 countries.

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) reported Q1 fiscal 2023 revenues of $15.7 billion, a 5% increase year-over-year in U.S. dollars, and 15% in local currency. Operating income rose 7% to $2.59 billion, with an operating margin of 16.5%. EPS reached $3.08, an 11% increase. New bookings were $16.2 billion, split evenly between consulting and managed services. The company raised its EPS guidance to $11.20 to $11.52 for fiscal 2023, with expected revenue growth of 8% to 11% in local currency.

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has joined the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence’s Corporate Affiliate Program as its inaugural member. This collaboration aims to enhance the development of responsible AI practices, aligning with Accenture’s value system. In its first year, Accenture will support various faculty research initiatives focused on AI safety and engage with graduate students conducting research starting January 2023. This partnership is designed to facilitate interaction among companies, faculty, and students to foster insights at the intersection of AI research, policy, and industry.

Accenture Federal Services (AFS), a subsidiary of Accenture (NYSE: ACN), secured a position on a $137 million Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with the National Cancer Institute (NCI) for software engineering and IT support services. The agreement spans five years, focusing on enhancing technology trends and supporting NCI’s mission-critical cancer research and scientific initiatives. This partnership aims to deliver software and support to various NCI applications, helping promote health and longevity through advanced technology adoption.

The Accenture Life Trends 2023 report forecasts significant shifts in business dynamics driven by evolving consumer behaviors and emerging technologies. Mark Curtis from Accenture highlights the adaptation to instability, while the report identifies five key trends: adaptation in a permacrisis, the rise of community-focused brands, the importance of intangible workplace benefits, AI as a creative co-pilot, and digital wallets as a solution to the digital identity crisis. These trends indicate new power dynamics that companies must navigate to engage with customers effectively.

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has been recognized as a Leader in the inaugural Gartner Magic Quadrant report for Custom Software Development Services. The company achieved the highest scores in all three evaluated use cases: Unique User Experience, Unique Operational Processes, and Unique Products. This acknowledgment reflects Accenture's commitment to developing tailored software solutions that meet specific business needs and its strategic focus on adding value through industry expertise.

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has strategically invested in Mobeus, a technology firm focused on immersive experiences through transparent computing. Mobeus, founded during the COVID-19 pandemic, aims to create interactive experiences for enhanced human connection using devices people already own. Their first product, Airglass, transforms video conferencing by overlaying multi-media content, facilitating more engaging meetings. This investment reinforces Accenture's commitment to innovation in enterprise technology, connecting startups with clients to address strategic innovation gaps.

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has announced a strategic investment in BehaVR, a leading innovator in virtual reality (VR) digital wellness and therapeutics. This investment aligns with BehaVR's merger with OxfordVR, enhancing access to VR-based mental health treatments. The combined entity aims to address the urgent need for mental health resources, with projections indicating the digital therapeutics market could exceed $13B by 2027. Accenture's Project Spotlight will support BehaVR in expanding its offerings and driving awareness of its VR-powered services for mental health care.