Accenture has acquired The Highlands Consulting Group, a management consulting firm with expertise in various sectors. The financial details of the acquisition remain undisclosed, but the move is expected to strengthen Accenture’s capabilities, especially in California. The acquisition aligns with Accenture’s strategic goals to enhance service offerings in key sectors.

Highlands Consulting, based in Sacramento, California, brings a team experienced in strategic business planning, digital solutions, and organizational change. Their expertise in health and human services, transportation, and IT planning is set to benefit Accenture’s clients. President Mike Cappelluti sees the deal as a natural fit that will deliver more value to clients.

Accenture’s global health and public services industry practices chair, Ryan Oakes, believes that the acquisition of Highlands Consulting will unlock new opportunities for growth and innovation. The deal is expected to strengthen Accenture’s relationships with state agencies and drive greater outcomes for clients in California and beyond. This move aligns with Accenture’s goal to improve service offerings in key sectors.

In addition to the acquisition of The Highlands Consulting Group, Accenture recently announced the acquisition of CyberCX, a cybersecurity services provider operating in Australia, New Zealand, and beyond. CyberCX, established in Melbourne in 2019, is a key player in the Asia Pacific region with approximately 1,400 cybersecurity professionals. The acquisition of CyberCX further solidifies Accenture’s commitment to expanding its cybersecurity services globally.

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