Accenture to acquire U.K. technology consultancy 6point6, no terms

Accenture has signed an agreement to acquire 6point6, a U.K. technology consultancy, specializing in cloud, data, and cybersecurity. Spanning the commercial and public sectors, the acquisition will enhance Accenture’s strategy and architecture capabilities, with a particular emphasis on central government, defense and security, and financial services… Ashish Goel, managing director for Accenture Health and Public Service in the U.K. and Ireland, added, “Defense, public safety, and national security are becoming increasingly prioritized by the U.K. government. In just over a decade, 6point6 has leveraged its experienced leadership team and key accreditations to generate strong relationships across these sectors which, alongside Accenture’s capabilities, adds to our ability to deliver truly differentiated services to clients.” Completion of the acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions, including receipt of regulatory clearance. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.