Accenture acquires CLIMB to expand technology capabilities

Professional services firm Accenture has agreed to acquire CLIMB, a technology services provider specializing in systems integration, IT infrastructure management and operations, primarily based in Gunma, Japan.

The acquisition of CLIMB brings additional critical skills to Japan’s global organization to cope with technological change.

In particular, CLIMB’s expertise will accelerate application and infrastructure modernization services for financial institutions and government agencies to enable digital transformation. Accenture’s investment in CLIMB will also enable the local team to continue to revitalize the local ICT (Information and Communication Technology) industry. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Since its inception in 1989, CLIMB has demonstrated a high level of expertise in multiple areas, from the development of core banking and mission-critical systems to the management of IT infrastructure for organizations such as domestic financial institutions, manufacturers, telecom operators and enterprises. and operations. Government agencies, mainly located in Maebashi City where the company was founded. Currently, CLIMB has approximately 200 engineers trained in cloud and security technologies as well as application management services. CLIMB engineers are joining Accenture Technologies.

“There are many talented engineers in Japan leading digital transformation efforts,” said Atsushi Ekawa, Accenture Japan practice leader.

“Providing these individuals with the opportunity to shine on the global stage will help take their skills to new heights while revitalizing the local economy. With a clear trend of people and businesses returning to the domestic market, thriving local communities is vital to Japan The sustainability of our business is critical. The addition of the CLIMB team, particularly in the financial sector, takes an innovative and exemplary approach and demonstrates how we continue to invest in Japan. Through our team’s high-value work in local communities, we are Putting down more local roots.”

Osamu Kanai, President of CLIMB, said: “CLIMB’s most important management principle is ‘maximizing employee happiness’. Only when every employee is happy can we provide valuable work and value-added services to our customers. By joining Accenture, our employees will Gain unprecedented opportunities for growth and exposure. With Accenture’s unique ability to take a holistic approach to solving problems facing clients and society, we will be able to maximize the happiness of our people, who in turn will contribute to the region’s ICT industry contribute to its further development.”

Completion of the acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions.

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