Accenture takes over Salt Solutions

Accenture has acquired the technology consultant Salt Solutions. Organizationally, the company will be integrated into Accenture Industry X.
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Accenture has acquired the technology consultant Salt Solutions. Organizationally, the company will be integrated into Accenture Industry X.
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