Accenture is accelerating its transformation in 2025 by putting artificial intelligence (AI) and workforce upskilling at the centre of its business strategy. The global consulting and technology giant has announced a sweeping restructuring plan that combines job cuts, large-scale retraining, and expanded hiring in AI roles—measures it considers critical to staying competitive in an increasingly AI-driven world.
During a recent earnings call, Accenture leaders shared the scale of this pivot. The company reported annual revenues of $69.7 billion, marking a 7 percent increase compared to the previous year. Executives credited much of this growth to a surge in client demand for AI adoption and integration. At the same time, they confirmed that employees unable to adapt to AI-related roles wil