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CEOs Unequivocally Call for Bold Government Action and Consistent Climate Policy at COP26, According to Latest Sustainability Research from the UN Global Compact and Accenture

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Monday, November 1, 2021

More than half (57%) of surveyed executives say they are prioritizing climate action amid their recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Key Points: 
  • More than half (57%) of surveyed executives say they are prioritizing climate action amid their recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Yet as an indicator, only 2% of these companies have a formal target validated by the Science Based Targets initiative.
  • It is clear from the CEOs we surveyed that the business community feels unprepared to deal with our climate emergency.
  • The landmark study also points to a key stakeholder shift when it comes to driving CEOs climate leadership and action.

Digital Dollar Project Appoints Jennifer Brooks Lassiter as Executive Director

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021

The Digital Dollar Project (DDP) , a non-profit organization to advance the exploration of a U.S. Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), today announced the appointment of Jennifer Brooks Lassiter, a recognized leader and prominent regulatory and finance expert, as Executive Director and member of its Board of Directors .

Key Points: 
  • The Digital Dollar Project (DDP) , a non-profit organization to advance the exploration of a U.S. Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), today announced the appointment of Jennifer Brooks Lassiter, a recognized leader and prominent regulatory and finance expert, as Executive Director and member of its Board of Directors .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211020005668/en/
    Digital Dollar Project Executive Director Jennifer Brooks Lassiter (Photo: Business Wire)
    Jennifer is an experienced leader who can uniquely bring together policymakers, technologists, industry, consumer advocacy groups, and thought leaders to identify and achieve shared outcomes addressing complex challenges.
  • Furthermore, the Digital Dollar Project recently published a Privacy Principles document intended to express first principles that the Digital Dollar Project believes are important to the success and adoption of a U.S. CBDC.
  • A non-profit organization, the Digital Dollar Project was created to encourage research and public discussion on the potential advantages and challenges of a CBDC or a digital dollar.

DDN Teams with Accenture to Deliver Corporate Director Training on Systemic Cyber Risk

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Thursday, October 14, 2021

Inspired by the White House and big tech initiatives on cybersecurity, DDN and Accenture are dedicated to developing Americas public company corporate directors competencies to govern cyber and systemic risk effectively and are providing complimentary executive education to any current U.S. public company corporate director.

Key Points: 
  • Inspired by the White House and big tech initiatives on cybersecurity, DDN and Accenture are dedicated to developing Americas public company corporate directors competencies to govern cyber and systemic risk effectively and are providing complimentary executive education to any current U.S. public company corporate director.
  • Accenture Security Managing Director Bob Kress said, Corporate boards are a critical control in cybersecurity risk.
  • DDN faculty with corporate governance and cyber risk experience as corporate directors and practitioners will co-instruct the class.
  • DDN created the DiRECTOR framework to help corporate boardrooms understand systemic risk in complex digital business systems and advocates, educates and advises on leading digital and cyber risk governance practices.

Accenture Federal Services Launches Futureframe: A Practical Roadmap for Federal Agencies in Human-Centered Design

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Thursday, October 14, 2021

Accenture Federal Services (AFS) has launched a new report, Futureframe: Human-Centered Design at Societal Scale , which unveils specific steps for federal agencies to deliver improved customer experiences and outcomes.

Key Points: 
  • Accenture Federal Services (AFS) has launched a new report, Futureframe: Human-Centered Design at Societal Scale , which unveils specific steps for federal agencies to deliver improved customer experiences and outcomes.
  • The Futureframe approach links elements of human-centered design, systems design, futurism, and ethnographic research to help agencies implement transformative change and sustainable improvements across complex programs.
  • Accenture Federal Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Accenture LLP, is a U.S. company headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
  • Accenture Federal Services transforms bold ideas into breakthrough outcomes for clients at defense, intelligence, public safety, civilian and military health organizations.

U.S. Shoppers to Show “Generosity of Spirit” This Holiday Season, Accenture Survey Finds

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021
Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211011005695/en/
    There is a disconnect between consumers and brands ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
  • (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Holiday spending is likely to rise this year, with consumers planning to spend US$598 this holiday season, on average, compared with US$539 last year.
  • The research also highlights the ongoing desire to support local communities, with 58% of consumers aiming to buy from local and independent retailers.
  • We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners and communities.

Accenture to be Official Partner of Diversity and Inclusion for the Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games

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Monday, October 4, 2021

In partnership with Niagara 2022, Accenture will organize activations at the Athletes Village and at Niagara Place, an outdoor festival site that will be situated at Canada Games Park.

Key Points: 
  • In partnership with Niagara 2022, Accenture will organize activations at the Athletes Village and at Niagara Place, an outdoor festival site that will be situated at Canada Games Park.
  • By partnering with the Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games, we'll work to support an environment where everyone can be their authentic selves and where we will also celebrate our diversity in Canada."
  • "Thank you to Accenture for stepping forward as a partner for the Canada Summer Games.
  • The inclusivity of the Canada Games reflects our community in Niagara and ideals of Canada," declared City of St. Catharines Mayor Walter Sendzik.

Accenture and the World Economic Forum Decode the “Sustainability DNA” for Companies Seeking to Deliver Value and Impact for All Stakeholders

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Wednesday, September 22, 2021

To convert sustainability goals into reality, Accenture and the World Economic Forum decoded "Sustainability DNA," a set of 21 management practices, systems and processes that form the foundations of stakeholder-centricity.

Key Points: 
  • To convert sustainability goals into reality, Accenture and the World Economic Forum decoded "Sustainability DNA," a set of 21 management practices, systems and processes that form the foundations of stakeholder-centricity.
  • But our research with the World Economic Forum found that those who root their organization and leadership DNA in stakeholder-centricity enjoy significantly better sustainability performance and value creation.
  • To assess the strength of Sustainability DNA in companies around the world, Accenture and the World Economic Forum created the Sustainable Organization Index (SOI), which scores nearly 4,000 companies based on market-facing evidence of ESG-supporting practices in 146 areas.
  • Specifically, companies with a stronger Sustainability DNA achieve on average a 21% increase in both EBITDA margin and environmental and societal impact.

Former ODNI Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence, Stephanie O’Sullivan, Joins Accenture Federal Services’ Board of Managers

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021

Stephanie OSullivan, a distinguished leader in the intelligence community, has joined the Accenture Federal Services (AFS) Board of Managers.

Key Points: 
  • Stephanie OSullivan, a distinguished leader in the intelligence community, has joined the Accenture Federal Services (AFS) Board of Managers.
  • OSullivan is the former Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) where she focused on operations leadership and intelligence community integration initiatives.
  • Accenture Federal Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Accenture LLP, is a U.S. company headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
  • Accenture Federal Services transforms bold ideas into breakthrough outcomes for clients at defense, intelligence, public safety, civilian and military health organizations.

Two-Thirds of Americans Have Had a Negative Health Care Experience, According to Accenture Research

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Monday, August 16, 2021

A key finding: two-thirds (67%) of Americans have had a negative healthcare experience.

Key Points: 
  • A key finding: two-thirds (67%) of Americans have had a negative healthcare experience.
  • At the same time, negative healthcare experiences were shown to have serious consequences on health outcomes.
  • Of those who reported negative experiences, 34% said they were less likely to seek medical care the next time they needed it and the same number said they had switched providers or treatments.
  • Others chose not to keep up with their treatment or hadnt picked up their prescription because of these poor experiences.

Genpact Reports Second Quarter 2021 Results

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Thursday, August 5, 2021

NEW YORK, Aug. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Genpact Limited (NYSE: G), a global professional services firm focused on delivering digital transformation, today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2021.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Aug. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Genpact Limited (NYSE: G), a global professional services firm focused on delivering digital transformation, today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2021.
  • If the revenue from these GE-divested businesses had been counted as GE revenue in the second quarter of 2021, revenue from GE would have decreased 10% year-over-year.
  • ET on August 5, 2021 to discuss the company's performance for the second quarter ended June 30, 2021.
  • Genpact undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements that may be made from time to time by or on behalf of Genpact.