Introduction

Global consultancy leader Accenture announced that it will be opening a new facility in Adelaide in a hope to create 2000 new jobs in Southern Australia. Accenture will be investing an undisclosed amount in the development of cyber defense and national security operations capabilities. 

The facility in Adelaide will also be used to design and develop Intelligent Operations capabilities for artificial intelligence and analytics. Additionally, it will be home to what the company called an ‘Advanced Tech Centre of Excellence’ for SAP, Oracle, Salesforce and Splunk.

More on the new Adelaide tech hub by Accenture

The tech hub would be in collaboration with Accenture’s existing facilities in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth and Canberra. In a joint statement, ANZ Chairman of Accenture said Adelaide is home to a high-quantity labour force, a government that embraces new opportunities and a committed business community. He adds that this makes Southern Australia the ideal location for Accenture’s newest technology hub and a fresh collaborative approach towards technology as well as business.

The consultancy giant Accenture is more than just committed to serve as a key member of the local community, working together with other educational institutions and businesses to assist the South Australian Government in meeting its economic growth goals.

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Premier Steven Marshall’s words on the Adelaide tech hub

Southern Australian Premier Steven Marshall said the announcement of the new tech hub is a job bonanza for South Australia, and at a time they need it most. The investment by Accenture could be worth over a billion to the economy of the state along with creation of thousands of jobs. Premier Marshall says the move by Accenture to invest in Adelaide is proof that Southern Australia is a huge drawcard to international organizations across high-tech and high-growth sectors.

The intentionally leading consultancy has already started the recruitment drive as a part of the project and listed a number of support and engineering positions at the new Adelaide facility.

Conclusion

Accenture’s new tech hub in Adelaide is a significant move towards strengthening the technology landscape in Southern Australia. The initiative promises to create 2,000 new jobs, boosting the local economy and providing a platform for innovation in areas such as cyber defense, artificial intelligence, and analytics. With its commitment to collaboration with local educational institutions and businesses, Accenture aims to support the economic growth of South Australia while leveraging its advanced tech capabilities. Premier Steven Marshall’s positive response highlights the importance of this investment for both job creation and the region’s tech sector expansion.

FAQs

1. What is the focus of Accenture’s new facility in Adelaide?
   • The facility will focus on cyber defense, national security operations, AI, analytics, and serve as a hub for tech excellence in SAP, Oracle, Salesforce, and Splunk.
2. How many jobs will Accenture create with the new tech hub?
   • Accenture plans to create 2,000 new jobs at its Adelaide tech hub.
3. What other cities does Accenture operate in Australia?
   • Accenture currently has facilities in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, and Canberra.
4. How will this investment benefit South Australia?
   • The investment is expected to contribute over a billion dollars to the local economy and create thousands of jobs, supporting the state’s economic growth.
5. What is the role of the South Australian Government in this project?
   • The South Australian Government is collaborating with Accenture and local businesses to meet the state’s economic growth goals.

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