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Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has been recognized by Gartner for its Life Insurance & Annuity Platform (ALIP) in their report "Critical Capabilities for Life Insurance Policy Administration Systems, North America." ALIP ranked among the top three vendors in key categories such as Individual/New Business Onboarding and Digital User Support. This recognition highlights Accenture's investments in cloud solutions, automation, and partnerships, enabling clients to enhance agility and accelerate digital transformations, crucial for growth in the evolving insurance landscape.

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has acquired Glamit, an e-commerce agency based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, enhancing its commerce capabilities. Glamit specializes in experience design and technology, providing solutions that cater to the rapidly growing Argentinian e-commerce market. This acquisition aims to bolster Accenture Interactive's omnichannel e-commerce and marketing solutions. Glamit's 260 employees, known for their partnerships with leading technology firms, will now integrate into Accenture, facilitating a balance between complex and simple digital commerce experiences for clients.

New research from Accenture (NYSE: ACN) indicates that 70% of global marketing executives report employee burnout. However, 17% of these executives, termed 'Thrivers', are thriving in this environment by adapting to customer needs. Thrivers have energized their teams and report a stronger marketing approach, focusing on customer motivations and meaningful work. The report highlights Thrivers' strategies, including customer reconnection, collaboration, and quick adaptation to change, which are key to their success.

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has announced the successful acquisition of BENEXT, a product consulting firm specializing in agile coaching and data science. This strategic move adds approximately 160 skilled professionals to Accenture's team, enhancing its capabilities in product management and cloud-based development. While financial terms were not disclosed, the acquisition is intended to boost Accenture's European and global offerings, particularly in cloud services and customer experience. This acquisition follows Accenture's intent to purchase BENEXT announced on September 7, 2021.

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has agreed to acquire BRIDGEi2i, an AI and analytics firm based in Bangalore, India. This acquisition will enhance Accenture's Applied Intelligence practice by adding over 800 skilled professionals, bolstering its capabilities in data science and machine learning. BRIDGEi2i specializes in data-driven digital transformation, enabling quicker insights and decision-making for clients. The deal's financial terms remain undisclosed. This acquisition aligns with Accenture's strategy to strengthen its AI and analytics offerings, aiming to deliver greater value for clients globally.

The 2021 Accenture and NASCIO Cloud Study reveals significant progress and obstacles in state government cloud migration. Conducted by the National Association of State Chief Information Officers and Accenture, the study highlights that while 54% of CIOs advocate for operating expenditure funding, 24% prefer capital expenditure, complicating cloud budgeting. Notably, 89% of states still rely on mainframe computers, with 71% yet to migrate any applications to the cloud. The report aims to support CIOs in overcoming challenges and enhancing digital capabilities.