Accenture Plc Ireland Stock Price, News & Analysis

The latest report from Accenture (NYSE: ACN) reveals that while 88% of companies understand their current challenges, only 6% are fully confident in predicting future disruptions. The Business Futures 2021 report identifies 25 Signals of business change, highlighting six crucial trends for future success. These include enhanced agility, decentralized decision-making, and the integration of scientific innovation into business strategies. Companies are increasingly prioritizing sustainability and adapting their supply chains and operational models in response to the evolving market landscape.

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) will hold a conference call on June 24, 2021, at 8:00 a.m. EDT to discuss its third-quarter fiscal year 2021 financial results. Prior to the call, a news release with these results will be issued. Participants can join by calling +1 (877) 692-8955 (or +1 (234) 720-6979 for international callers) and must enter access code 4728020 15 minutes early. The call will also be streamed live on the Accenture Investor Relations website, with a replay available post-call.

Efma and Accenture announced the winners of the sixth annual Innovation in Insurance Awards during a virtual event. The competition attracted 460 entries from nearly 300 institutions across 55 countries, reflecting a strong push for innovation in the insurance sector due to COVID-19 disruptions. The awards were given in seven categories, assessed on originality, strategic capacity, and adaptability. Accenture emphasized the rapid transformation within the insurance industry, driven by cloud and data technologies. The winners included AXA XL, Discovery, and Assicurazioni Generali among others.

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) and Dassault Systèmes are collaborating with Alstom to create a cloud platform for product lifecycle management (PLM), aimed at enhancing competitiveness and growth. This platform will streamline collaboration across Alstom’s design offices and standardize engineering, manufacturing, and maintenance processes. Expected to debut in select locations in 2021 and globally in 2022, it is integral to Alstom's digital transformation. Alstom's CIO emphasized that this cloud-first solution supports efficient, collaborative work and meets growth objectives.

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has acquired Entropia, its first acquisition in Southeast Asia by Accenture Interactive. This strategic move aims to enhance Accenture's market position in experience-led transformation services. Entropia, established in 2016, is recognized for its innovative digital experiences and has a team of over 210 employees. The acquisition is expected to bolster Accenture's digital capabilities amidst a growing digital economy in Southeast Asia, providing better client services and fostering talent growth across the organizations.

Accenture has appointed CEO Julie Sweet as chair of the board, effective Sept. 1, 2021. Sweet, who has been CEO since Sept. 1, 2019, succeeds David Rowland, who will step down from his role as executive chairman and board member. Sweet's leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic and her focus on sustainability and equality are highlighted. Rowland, who has served Accenture for nearly four decades, has significantly contributed to the company’s evolution into digital and cloud services.

Accenture Federal Services (AFS) has announced its agreement to acquire Novetta, a company specializing in advanced analytics for U.S. federal organizations. The acquisition aims to enhance AFS's capabilities in machine learning, cyber, and cloud engineering, crucial for national security. With this move, AFS hopes to leverage Novetta's 1,300 skilled employees to improve federal operations. The deal is subject to regulatory review, and while the transaction terms remain undisclosed, it is expected to significantly expand AFS's service offerings in the digital domain.