Accenture Siemens Business Group Launches to Revolutionize Engineering and Manufacturing with AI-Powered Solutions
In a groundbreaking move set to redefine the future of engineering and manufacturing, Siemens and Accenture (NYSE: ACN) have announced the formation of the Accenture Siemens Business Group. Unveiled at Hannover Messe 2025, this dedicated business practice aims to scale innovation by combining Siemens’ cutting-edge industrial technology with Accenture’s expertise in data, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital transformation. The collaboration seeks to empower clients across industries to reinvent their products, processes, and factories by embedding AI and automation at the core of their operations.
A Strategic Alliance to Drive Digital Transformation
The new business group builds on a decades-long alliance between Siemens and Accenture, two global leaders in their respective fields. By integrating Siemens’ Xcelerator portfolio—a comprehensive suite of automation, industrial AI, and software solutions—with Accenture’s data-driven engineering and manufacturing capabilities, the partnership is poised to deliver scalable, end-to-end solutions for clients worldwide.
“By strengthening our partnership, we combine the unique strengths of two market leaders,” said Roland Busch, President and CEO of Siemens. “With Siemens’ deep domain knowledge in automation, software, and industrial AI, coupled with Accenture’s ability to harness data and AI, we will enable clients to supercharge their entire value chain and embed AI into the DNA of their businesses.”
Echoing this sentiment, Julie Sweet, Chair and CEO of Accenture, emphasized the transformative potential of this initiative. “Engineering and manufacturing represent the next digital frontier,” she stated. “Through the Accenture Siemens Business Group, we are scaling the power of automation, data, and AI to help clients reinvent how they design products and optimize production. Together, we will accelerate speed, reduce costs, and strengthen the digital core necessary for continuous innovation and value creation.”
A Proven Track Record of Success
The partnership between Siemens and Accenture has already delivered significant results for clients across industries. For instance:
- KION Group, a leading supply chain solutions provider, partnered with the two companies to unify and optimize its core engineering processes. By leveraging Siemens Teamcenter as its product lifecycle management (PLM) platform, KION implemented advanced simulation capabilities, generative AI, and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to enhance its engineering workflows.
- Navantia, a Spanish state-owned shipbuilding and defense company, collaborated with Accenture and Siemens to develop a new product development platform using Teamcenter and Capital Logic Designer. This initiative enabled the creation of digital twins for Navantia’s vessels, improving product design quality while reducing total design and manufacturing costs by 20%.
These examples highlight the tangible impact of combining Siemens’ industrial expertise with Accenture’s digital transformation capabilities, setting the stage for even greater achievements through the new business group.
Scalable Solutions for Diverse Industries
The Accenture Siemens Business Group will focus on delivering tailored solutions for clients in key sectors, including aerospace and defense, automotive, consumer goods, electronics, heavy equipment, industrial machinery, semiconductors, and transportation. These solutions will address three critical areas:
- Engineering Reinvention: The group will introduce innovative engineering services aimed at transforming traditional research and development (R&D) models. Clients will benefit from the creation of global engineering capability centers, support for developing software-defined products, and optimized use of MBSE frameworks. Additionally, automakers will gain access to a joint software-defined vehicle (SDV) framework designed to accelerate innovation in the automotive industry.
- Manufacturing Optimization: New manufacturing services will assist clients in implementing and harmonizing manufacturing execution systems (MES) to achieve real-time control over production processes. By applying IT principles to shopfloor operations, the group will drive AI-powered automation and efficiency gains. Cybersecurity will also be a priority, with managed security services like Accenture’s Managed Extended Detection and Response (MxDR) platform safeguarding critical operational technology (OT) systems from cyber threats.
- Industrial Asset Services: Post-sales support will include maintenance, repairs, and overhauls, ensuring seamless lifecycle management for industrial equipment.
Harnessing Agentic AI for Industrial Process Reinvention
At the heart of the Accenture Siemens Business Group’s offerings lies agentic AI, a transformative approach that leverages pre-built AI agents and foundation models to streamline complex industrial processes. Using tools like Siemens NX and engineering software from Siemens’ recent acquisition of Altair, the group will enable clients to embed generative AI into their workflows.
For example, agentic AI can automatically validate the feasibility, cost, and performance implications of engineering changes or new designs, significantly accelerating product development cycles. Other applications include optimizing PLM, managing industrial assets, servicing equipment, and enabling remote operations—all powered by intelligent, AI-driven insights.
Demonstrating Innovation at Hannover Messe 2025
Attendees at Hannover Messe 2025 can experience the power of this collaboration firsthand. At Siemens’ booth (Hall 9, Booth 53), visitors can explore a demo showcasing the companies’ joint cybersecurity approach for IT/OT environments. Meanwhile, Accenture’s booth (Hall 17, Booth E32) features a demonstration of embedded generative AI agents in engineering workflows, highlighting the potential of AI-powered solutions to revolutionize industrial processes.
Scaling Expertise Across the Globe
To meet growing demand, the Accenture Siemens Business Group plans to scale its team to 7,000 professionals globally. This diverse workforce will bring together experts in manufacturing, IT, data science, and AI to deliver unparalleled value to clients. By combining the strengths of both organizations, the group aims to become a trusted partner for companies seeking to navigate the complexities of digital transformation and stay ahead in an increasingly competitive landscape.
A Bold Step Toward the Future of Industry
As industries continue to embrace digitalization, the Accenture Siemens Business Group represents a bold step forward in reimagining engineering and manufacturing. By leveraging AI, automation, and advanced software solutions, the group is empowering clients to build smarter factories, create innovative products, and drive sustainable growth. With a shared commitment to innovation and excellence, Siemens and Accenture are paving the way for a more connected, efficient, and resilient industrial future.
