Accenture has announced its agreement to acquire Staufen AG, a Germany-based management consulting firm, along with its subsidiaries. This strategic acquisition will enhance Accenture’s capabilities in driving operational excellence and improving competitiveness in manufacturing and supply chain operations. The move is particularly significant for clients in discrete manufacturing sectors such as automotive, aerospace and defense, industrial goods, and medical equipment.
As manufacturers navigate ongoing supply chain disruptions, geopolitical uncertainties, and fluctuating tariffs, they must also adapt to rapid technological advancements. Staufen’s expertise in operational excellence equips clients with the tools to optimize their entire value chains, leverage digital manufacturing initiatives, and enhance overall business performance.
With a comprehensive service portfolio, Staufen specializes in Industry 4.0 solutions, supply chain management, and organizational transformation. The firm employs data-driven methodologies, continuous improvement techniques, and lean management principles to refine product design, streamline shopfloor processes, accelerate time-to-market, and improve sustainability efforts. These enhancements help businesses reduce costs, eliminate inefficiencies, and maximize production capacity. Additionally, Staufen nurtures industry talent and leadership development through its academy, ensuring long-term impact for its clients.
A prime example of Staufen’s impact is its collaboration with an automotive supplier, where it enhanced shopfloor management. By refining production, logistics, and quality control processes, the company became more agile and efficient. Staufen’s hands-on approach also fostered a culture of collaboration, resulting in stronger operational performance and improved financial outcomes.
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Matthias Hégelé, Accenture’s supply chain and operations lead for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, stated: “Manufacturers must continuously improve their entire value chains to stay competitive. The acquisition of Staufen aligns with our strategy to reinvent supply chains and manufacturing for clients. We will combine Staufen’s proven expertise in operational excellence and value chain transformation with our capabilities in digital technologies, such as AI, generative AI, digital twins, and supply chain and manufacturing software platforms, to help clients transform their core value chains, improving efficiency and productivity, supporting sustainable practices, and building resilient, autonomous systems.”
Christina Raab, Accenture’s market unit lead for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, commented: “In today’s volatile landscape, organizations need solutions that address every critical aspect of their operations, from rising production costs to supply chain complexities. The need for operational excellence is greater than ever, particularly in Germany, home to top manufacturers. Adding Staufen will help us unlock the full value of manufacturing and supply chain operations.”
Wilhelm Goschy, CEO of Staufen AG, added: “We optimize our client’s entire value chains, which is essential in today’s fierce competition, disruptive innovations, and global challenges. We go beyond technology, working directly in our clients’ offices and factories to drive true change. Joining Accenture will enable us to bring our three decades of hands-on expertise to even more clients to help them navigate complex transitions with customized digital solutions.”
This acquisition underscores Accenture’s commitment to advancing supply chain resilience, digital transformation, and sustainable manufacturing practices. By integrating Staufen’s specialized knowledge with Accenture’s technology-driven approach, the company aims to help manufacturers achieve greater efficiency, adaptability, and long-term success.
