Accenture Completes Acquisition of Stellantis’ World Class Manufacturing Training & Consulting Business
Acquisition strengthens Accenture’s capabilities in business course of optimization
MILAN; Oct. 3, 2022 – Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has accomplished its acquisition of Stellantis’ World Class Manufacturing Training & Consulting business, a middle of excellence that helps course of optimization in manufacturing and the availability chain. Financial phrases of the transaction beforehand introduced on September 13, weren’t disclosed.
The acquisition permits Accenture to combine the World Class Manufacturing (WCM) methodology in its options that assist shoppers rework their manufacturing course of and provide chain networks to be extra environment friendly, sustainable and resilient. Additionally, it brings WCM’s coaching options for rising the manufacturing abilities of shopper’s groups and constructing a tradition of steady enchancment at vegetation
This acquisition is a component of an general development technique to increase vital abilities and in quickly increasing key markets, to assist shoppers generate 360° worth throughout their companies.
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