In a strategic move to enhance its management, technology, and cybersecurity consulting capabilities, Fujitsu has announced plans to acquire Australian digital transformation (DX) consultancy, MF & Associates. The acquisition is expected to reinforce Fujitsu’s presence in the public sector and healthcare industries in Australia.
MF & Associates, based in Canberra and established in 2019, is set to become Fujitsu’s fifth acquisition in the ANZ region since 2021. This acquisition aligns with Fujitsu’s global merger and acquisition strategy, aimed at strengthening business delivery capabilities in key areas.
MF & Associates will complement Fujitsu’s recent acquisitions of Microsoft specialist oobe and cybersecurity firm InPhySec, further bolstering Fujitsu’s security offerings within the Australian market.
The move marks a significant step in Fujitsu Uvance’s strategy, which is focused on addressing societal challenges and fostering customer growth through cross-industry digital solutions. Fujitsu Uvance envisions a substantial expansion of its consulting capabilities, aiming to have up to 10,000 dedicated staff by fiscal year 2025. This strategic initiative aims to create a robust organization capable of promptly addressing customers’ business issues, proposing solutions, and executing deliveries at scale.
“Fujitsu continues to invest in exceptional DX companies to accelerate our customers’ success. We’re experiencing a growing demand for consulting and cybersecurity capabilities,” Graeme Beardsell, CEO of Fujitsu Asia Pacific, said.
MF & Associates will operate as a standalone Fujitsu company while retaining its independent identity and team members. It will be re-branded as ‘MF & A, a Fujitsu company’ and will continue to be led by Mat Franklin, reporting to Stuart Kilduff, CEO of oobe, a Fujitsu Company.
