Accenture has joined Infrastructure Masons (iMasons) as a Global Partner, leveraging the complementary strengths of both organizations to drive advancements in scaling infrastructure worldwide. With each company’s strategic alignment and shared goals, this collaboration will help the industry navigate the next growth wave of digital infrastructure.
iMasons is advancing its mission to develop a greater digital future across four pillars: education, inclusion, innovation and sustainability. These pillars mirror how Accenture delivers 360° Value to its clients, partnering to achieve greater progress on inclusion and diversity, reskilling and upskilling employees, helping clients achieve their sustainability goals, and creating meaningful experiences through innovation at scale.
Accenture’s commitment to driving innovation and digital transformation creates substantial value, enhancing the way people work and live around the world. This commitment aligns seamlessly with iMasons’ focus on developing a sustainable and forward-thinking digital infrastructure.
“Through this partnership, we are poised to help address some of the most pressing challenges in the digital infrastructure domain: scale, power, sustainability, and talent. Our partnership comes at a pivotal moment in the industry, marked by the rapid growth of AI and the urgent need for sustainable development,” commented Whitney Villalobos, Infrastructure and Capital Projects lead for data centers at Accenture—and iMasons Global Advisory Council member.
The Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects services (I&CP) team aims to reinvent capital project delivery, crucial in the context of building resilient and efficient infrastructure that can support the demands of a digital-first world. Driving value in sustainability, green construction practices and regulatory compliance further enriches this partnership.
Co-lead of the Accenture I&CP practice for the US and Canada, Steve Roberts, who is serving on the Americas Regional Advisory Council, noted “The partnership between iMasons and Accenture will help address industry challenges and the need for innovative solutions and collaborations to navigate the growth of digital infrastructure. Our global reach will help expand iMasons’ professional network, and our expertise in capital projects, digitization and upskilling will be critical to addressing talent shortages.”
Digital infrastructure is in a period of exponential growth, driven largely by the advancements of generative AI (Gen AI). As noted in iMasons’ State of the Digital Infrastructure Industry – Annual Report 2024, a forecasted 38GW of AI capacity growth alone is expected in the next five years, with thee industry doubling and potentially tripling in 10 years.
“Accenture’s comprehensive perspective and consulting expertise extend beyond our industry, providing invaluable insights. In this AI Era, a strategic 360-degree view is essential for understanding how businesses, supply chains, and service providers can integrate effectively. This will help our Advisory Council create competitive strategies and practical applications that benefit various stakeholders and society as a whole.” shared Infrastructure Masons CEO Santiago Suinaga.
Combining Accenture’s global reach and technological expertise with iMasons’ specialized knowledge and collaborative network, this partnership is uniquely positioned to influence the future of digital infrastructure development. Their joint participation in important industry forums such as Data Cloud Global Congress and Yotta demonstrate the commitment to paving the way for meeting the demands of AI and the digital future. As the digital landscape continues to expand and evolve, partnerships like these are more crucial than ever in shaping a sustainable future.