Our Chair and CEO Julie Sweet and CEO of Microsoft's commercial business Judson Althoff share what reinvention really looks like today, from moving beyond AI pilots to become 'frontier firms' to empowering teams to innovate. Their discussion comes as Microsoft celebrates Accenture and Avanade's shared recognition as their Global System Integrator Partner of the Year for the 20th time and as thousands of Microsoft customers and partners convene in San Francisco for this year's Microsoft Ignite. Watch the full discussion: https://lnkd.in/g45GkUGW #MSIgnite [Video Description: The video opens with a split-screen view framed by a purple border, featuring Judson Althoff on the left and Julie Sweet on the right. Julie is seen speaking against a modern office backdrop on one side, and Judson is shown in a similar professional setting on the other. After their conversation, the video ends with a white screen displaying the Accenture, Avanade, and Microsoft logos side by side.]
Moments like this highlight the unique power of our three-way partnership, showcasing what’s possible when we push the boundaries of technology and teamwork 🧡
At Accenture, AI isn’t just a technology — it’s a catalyst.What inspires me most is seeing how AI amplifies human potential. It helps us solve complex challenges, free up time for meaningful work, and unlock new opportunities across every industry. When cutting-edge technology meets human ingenuity, the results are extraordinary. We are not just adopters — we are builders, innovators, and strong investors in the future. And this future is powered by responsible, scalable, and impactful AI. Proud to be part of this journey. 🚀
Accenture’s “frontier” and “reinvention” branding is slick, no doubt. But let’s be honest… relentlessly pushing buzzwords isn’t the same as delivering value. Impressive marketing can mask whether the substance actually keeps pace, and stock price alone is a clear feedback that there is still a lot to catch up on
Congratulations, Accenture! 👏
Reinvention becomes real when AI outputs are grounded in verifiable context, that’s when teams move from pilots to true frontier execution.
Real reinvention happens when teams are empowered to innovate. Proud to see Accenture, Avanade, and Microsoft leading the way.
CEO, Microsoft commercial business
1dI greatly appreciated our conversation, Julie Sweet, and congratulations to Accenture on being named Microsoft Global System Integrator Partner of the Year! I am very excited about what we shared this week at Microsoft Ignite and the opportunity we have to empower our customers through Frontier Transformation. By putting AI into the flow of human ambition, embracing the maker in every one of us through ubiquitous innovation, and ensuring observability at every layer of the stack, we will help them accelerate their journey to becoming Frontier Firms.