Valtech, the global leader in Experience Innovation, has acquired Kin + Carta, a digital transformation consultancy, in a landmark deal valued at £239 million. This strategic move positions Valtech as the go-to partner for businesses seeking to transform their operations and deliver exceptional customer experiences.
The Transformative Power of Experience Innovation
"Valtech's vision has always been to become the world's most influential Experience Innovation company," says Olivier Padiou, CEO of Valtech. "This acquisition marks a pivotal moment in achieving that."
By combining Valtech's strengths in digital engineering, commerce, and experience design with Kin + Carta's expertise in cloud platforms, data, and AI, the newly formed entity creates a comprehensive solution for businesses seeking to thrive in the digital age.
Benefits of the Acquisition
This strategic acquisition brings several key benefits to clients and partners:
- Global Reach: Kin + Carta's significant presence in the US and UK, coupled with Valtech's existing global network, creates an unmatched footprint, offering clients access to a wider pool of talent and expertise.
- Expanded Capabilities: The combined entity boasts a broader range of services, encompassing digital engineering, commerce, experience design, cloud solutions, product development, data analysis, and enterprise AI.
- Enhanced Client Value: Valtech's focus on the "innovation continuum" ensures a holistic approach that integrates these domains seamlessly, leading to transformative business solutions and sustainable growth.
- Industry-Leading Expertise: The acquisition brings together two recognized leaders in their respective fields, providing clients with unparalleled access to cutting-edge technologies and best practices.
Driving Growth Through Innovation
With its focus on Experience Innovation, Valtech empowers brands to create exceptional customer experiences that drive business results. This involves seamlessly integrating cloud platforms, data, AI, app modernization, and customer-facing digital channels.
"At Valtech, we believe that true business evolution requires a comprehensive strategy that goes beyond fixing individual problems," says Padiou. "Our approach focuses on modernizing and changing entire ecosystems to achieve long-term growth."
A Powerful Force for the Future
By leveraging Kin + Carta's deep expertise, Valtech can now operate more effectively across the entire innovation continuum. This creates a powerful force multiplier that unlocks the potential for truly transformative business solutions, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the industry.
Valtech is the global Experience Innovation company, dedicated to unlocking a better way to experience the world. With a focus on delivering exceptional business results, they empower brands to leap ahead of the competition. Their 6,000-strong team in 23 countries helps clients achieve Experience Innovation through a blend of crafts, categories, and cultures.
Kin + Carta is a global digital transformation consultancy that supports forward-thinking businesses with a focus on growth, inclusivity, and sustainability. Their 1,900 consultants, engineers, and data scientists create intelligent experiences powered by data and built in the cloud.
