Global management consulting company Accenture finalized its agreement to acquire Sagacious Consultants, an EHR consulting practice focused on Epic's platform. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Approximately 250 Sagacious Consultants employees will offer their expertise on all things Epic to Accenture.
"As the global EHR market continues on a trajectory that will surpass $22 billion this year, there is a critical need for medical IT specialists who can help healthcare systems maximize the utility and impact of digital health records," said Kaveh Safavi, managing director for Accenture's global healthcare business. "Sagacious will enhance our capabilities, expertise and ability to drive transformational outcomes for our clients."
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