Accenture has confirmed that it will reduce staff in roles that cannot be retrained for artificial intelligence initiatives, while continuing to expand hiring in areas aligned with data science and AI strategy. The company’s approach emphasizes selective reskilling while acknowledging that not all positions can adapt to changing client demands.
For executives, the move signals that consulting firms are reshaping their workforce models in response to the accelerating shift toward automation and analytics. Accenture’s plan reflects both the risks of workforce disruption and the opportunities created by emerging demand for expertise in AI-enabled transformation.