Accenture Federal Services to Open Advanced Technology Center in St. Louis, Adding 1,400 Jobs to Region’s Growing Tech Community
New facility will create technology jobs to serve U.S. federal government clients
Accenture Federal Services (AFS) — a subsidiary of Accenture — announced plans to open an Advanced Technology Center in St. Louis later this year to provide U.S. federal government agencies with digital, cloud, automation, artificial intelligence and cyber solutions. The AFS Advanced Technology Center, to be located at 520 Maryville Centre Drive in St. Louis County, is expected to bring up to 1,400 new technology jobs to the St. Louis area over five years.
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In making its site selection decision, AFS used strategic regional insight, market analysis and the business and civic relationships facilitated by AllianceSTL, an economic development organization that recruits new businesses to the St. Louis region. Working with partners from several organizations, the St. Louis leadership team engaged AFS in an innovative, highly collaborative approach that sets the stage for success.
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“We’re proud to welcome Accenture Federal Services to Missouri where we’re developing the next generation of tech talent,” Governor Mike Parson said. “Missouri is already recognized as one of the most prepared states for the digital economy, and at a time when many Missourians are looking for work, this move will create more opportunity, grow our technology workforce, and strengthen our standing as a technology hub in the U.S.”
John Goodman, AFS CEO, said, “The region’s skilled talent, vibrant technology ecosystem and strong commitment to collaboration between government, civic, business, academic and community partners make St. Louis the ideal location for our new Advanced Technology Center. We are thrilled to provide our people and new hires a great place to do work that matters by expanding our operations in this area.”
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