Capgemini acquires Aussie SAP specialist Acclimation

Capgemini has acquired Acclimation, a leading SAP services specialist in Australia. The acquisition strengthens Capgemini’s SAP capabilities in the region and adds to its client portfolio locally. Acclimation provides SAP solutions and leverages leading cloud technologies; with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth, Acclimation has built a reputation for its capabilities in the technical and functional areas of SAP, as well as its delivery excellence and innovation.

Kaylene O’Brien, Managing Director (Australia and New Zealand) of Capgemini, said the acquisition of Acclimation will position Capgemini as a leader in SAP delivery in the region.

“They have built a reputation for excellence in delivering SAP and cloud solutions for a wide range of complex businesses. Our goal is to bring new thinking and innovation to our clients and accelerate their transformation to be more sustainable businesses,” O’Brien said.

Rod Taubman, Managing Director of Acclimation, said combining the two SAP practices will strengthen Capgemini as a formidable SAP Gold Partner in Australia, with an added delivery capacity and extended customer footprint. Cameron Sherrard, Managing partner of Acclimation, added that joining Capgemini presents a great opportunity for Acclimation’s team to further develop and grow.

“There are strong cultural synergies across both companies, which will ensure a seamless transition, smooth client management and a solid career progression path for our team,” Sherrard said.

Damien Bueno, President and Managing Director of SAP Australia and New Zealand, said Capgemini’s acquisition will bolster its SAP credentials and enable it to leverage market-leading software automation approaches, accelerating the path to the cloud through RISE with SAP for customers, no matter what stage of the journey they are on.

“Australian and New Zealand customers are investing rapidly in cloud technologies and solutions to improve the agility and resilience of their operations. Capgemini’s investment in Australia and New Zealand is testament to the dynamic nature of this market. Our partner ecosystem is critical in helping us meet customer demand and deliver RISE with SAP, our offering for business transformation in the cloud,” Bueno said.

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