Accenture Acquires Allitix to Boost Connected Planning Capabilities
IRVINE, CA - In a move to enhance its connected planning services, Accenture has announced the acquisition of Allitix, a specialized consulting and technology firm known for its expertise in Anaplan solutions. This strategic acquisition, aimed at bolstering Accenture's offerings in financial planning, sales performance management, and supply chain, was made public on [insert date].
Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Irvine, California, Allitix has carved a niche as an Anaplan partner, providing customized solutions that span across critical business functions like finance, sales, supply chain, and human resources. The firm's focus on industries such as manufacturing, consumer goods, technology, media, telecom, and financial services aligns well with Accenture’s client base.
David Leckstein, Senior Managing Director and Lead of Americas Technology at Accenture, expressed enthusiasm about the acquisition, stating, “Demand for connected enterprise planning is on the rise, given its ability to unlock business value and spur total enterprise reinvention. Allitix’s highly skilled talent, deep domain expertise, and agile approach to implementation complements our broader digital capabilities and further expands our ability to deliver integrated enterprise planning transformations for our clients that drive better, faster insights and bottom-line value.”
The acquisition integrates Allitix's team of 73 employees, including over 60 professionals specialized in Anaplan, into Accenture Technology in North America. This addition is expected to significantly enhance Accenture's capabilities in solution architecture, model building, integration, and data management.
Mark Ishikawa, the founder and managing partner of Allitix, shared his perspective on the merger, “Joining Accenture is an exciting opportunity for us. Our shared vision for transforming the way organizations operate through connected planning makes this a perfect fit. By combining Accenture’s technology and consulting capabilities and global reach with our deep expertise in Anaplan, we can offer unparalleled expertise, scale, and support to help our clients navigate complex planning environments and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.”
The financial details of the transaction were not disclosed.
This acquisition not only amplifies Accenture’s ability to standardize planning practices across various business functions but also promises to increase agility, productivity, and data-driven decision-making for its clients, positioning Accenture as a leader in enterprise planning solutions.