Accenture boosts cloud, wireless and 5G training with new Award Solutions acquisition
Accenture has announced the acquisition of Award Solutions, a Texas-based provider of training and consulting services in advanced wireless and network technologies, including 5G, IoT, and cloud solutions.
The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.Founded in 1997, Award Solutions delivers specialized training programs in formats ranging from in-person to virtual and self-paced. The company supports global telecom and technology providers by equipping them with skills in 5G, artificial intelligence, machine learning, network virtualization, and data visualization.
Known for its agile development approach, Award Solutions offers customized, real-world training designed to improve job performance and optimize technology investments.
Kishore Durg, global lead of Accenture LearnVantage, commented:
"Award Solutions’ track record in providing targeted, real-world training and consulting in 5G and other advanced wireless, cloud and AI technologies is a natural fit as we look to equip both our teams and our clients with the critical skills needed to lead in the next generation of networks era.”
“Integrating Award Solutions into Accenture LearnVantage enables us to strengthen our existing capabilities and develop highly customized training programs for our clients.”
Award Solutions’ team of 29 professionals will join Accenture LearnVantage, a technology learning service aimed at enhancing skills development for network leaders, operations engineers, and IT professionals in the telecom industry. This integration will expand Accenture’s ability to provide tailored training for advanced technologies, addressing growing demand for expertise in 5G, AI, and cloud networks.
Satyajit Doctor, co-founder and president of Award Solutions, emphasized the alignment of the two organizations’ goals:
"Our shared vision with Accenture aligns perfectly with our mission of empowering companies to succeed in a rapidly evolving technology landscape and transform their business. Joining Accenture extends our reach and impact to more learners and offers them with the tools and expertise to lead the future of telecommunications and digital infrastructure.”
