DENVER, CO and ARLINGTON, VA – June 30, 2025 — In a landmark move signaling accelerated modernization within U.S. federal agencies, Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: PLTR), a leader in enterprise AI and data platforms, and Accenture Federal Services, a subsidiary of Accenture LLP (NYSE: ACN) specializing in government technology, have announced a strategic partnership. Under this agreement, Accenture Federal Services becomes a preferred Palantir implementation partner for U.S. federal government clients, combining Palantir’s cutting-edge software with Accenture’s deep consulting and federal sector experience.

Harnessing Commercial-Grade AI for Federal Transformation

The collaboration aims to deploy commercial-grade, AI-powered solutions addressing key federal agency operational challenges. This includes:

• Optimizing mission-critical workflows for heightened efficiency and agility
• Enhanced decision-making capabilities for federal leaders via comprehensive data analytics
• Increasing operational resilience against disruptions and security threats

An ambitious training and certification initiative will see over 1,000 Accenture Federal Services Data & AI professionals certified on Palantir Foundry and the Palantir Artificial Intelligence Platform (AIP). This will establish an elite workforce ready to implement AI-driven automation and digital solutions at scale within federal systems.

Jointly Developed Solutions for Immediate Impact

The companies’ initial co-developed offerings focus on three mission-critical areas:

1. Enterprise-to-Edge Data Fusion: By leveraging Palantir’s ontology and advanced AI stack, the partnership aims to modernize federal enterprise systems by seamlessly pushing actionable data from core operations to the “tactical edge”—supporting field personnel and frontline decision-makers with real-time intelligence.
2. Predictive Supply Chain Orchestration: Integrating Accenture’s expertise in logistics with Palantir’s AI-powered analytical tools, agencies will benefit from supply chain workflows that are adaptive, resilient, and capable of autonomous optimization. Given recent global events’ impact on government supply chains (such as the COVID-19 response, defense logistics for foreign aid, and disaster response efforts), predictive tools are crucial for timely, cost-effective operations.
3. Operationalizing Financial Intelligence: The new solutions will provide agencies a holistic view of budgets and expenditures, enabling transparent, auditable, and data-driven fiscal management. As federal spending on IT modernization continues to surpass $90 billion annually (per the Federal IT Dashboard), robust tools for transparency and accountability are increasingly vital.

Leaders’ Statements Reflect Shared Vision

Dr. Alex Karp, CEO of Palantir, emphasized the natural synergy: “Accenture Federal is a natural Palantir partner. Together, we deliver product-driven outcomes that create value for America.”

Julie Sweet, chair and CEO of Accenture, highlighted the partnership’s unique power: “Accenture’s deep federal expertise and track record, combined with Palantir’s pioneering software, enable us to harness AI to modernize government operations, ultimately better serving citizens, warfighters, and stakeholders.”

Mike Gallagher, Palantir’s Head of Defense, stressed the urgency: “The world is getting more dangerous, and America’s warfighters need cutting-edge AI computing. Our partnership will empower them to fight smarter.”

Ron Ash, CEO of Accenture Federal Services, added, “This partnership is a game changer for our federal customers, giving leaders the AI-enabled decision-making tools they need for greater, faster results.”

Context: AI and Digital Transformation in the Federal Sector

This alliance comes at a critical time for U.S. government technology transformation. Federal agencies are accelerating the adoption of AI, data analytics, and automation under President Biden’s Executive Order on Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (issued in October 2023), which mandates increased AI adoption for mission efficiency and national competitiveness. According to independent research firm Deltek, federal civilian spending on AI is projected to reach $6.3 billion by 2026, with defense-related AI investments surging even higher.

Palantir has a proven record supporting U.S. defense, intelligence, and health agencies, recently securing multi-million dollar contracts with the Department of Defense (DoD), Health and Human Services (HHS), and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for pandemic response, logistics management, and operational intelligence. Accenture Federal Services, meanwhile, brings workforce scale (15,000+ federal employees) and a robust network across civilian, defense, and intelligence agencies.

Establishing a New Standard for Public Sector AI

The joint initiative directly addresses challenges federal agencies face:

• Unlocking mission-centric data from legacy IT systems
• Ensuring secure data sharing between federal, state, and defense entities
• Enabling agile, evidence-based decision-making
• Providing real-time analytics for operations and national security

By establishing certified teams and investing in cross-organizational training, Palantir and Accenture aim not just to deliver technology, but to help federal clients achieve long-term talent, resilience, and digital infrastructure modernization—ultimately supporting national priorities such as cybersecurity, supply chain resilience, and digital citizen services.

Broader Implications for U.S. Technology Leadership

This partnership sets a model for commercial sector-government collaboration on AI, echoing trends in the private sector—where leading companies are leveraging advanced AI platforms to drive efficiency, risk management, and business innovation. With intensified global competition in AI (especially from China and the EU), ensuring the U.S. public sector remains at the technological forefront is a matter of both economic and national security.

About the Companies

Palantir Technologies delivers mission-critical analytical software for large-scale data integration and AI-driven insights, serving both government and major commercial clients worldwide.

Accenture Federal Services, as part of Accenture LLP, is a leader in digital transformation for government clients, known for its focus on enterprise innovation, data, and AI, with over 791,000 staff globally under the Accenture umbrella.

Looking Ahead

The partnership’s future will be shaped by ongoing technology advancements, policy developments around trustworthy AI, and sustained investment in digital infrastructure across federal agencies. By establishing a scalable, joint delivery capability and sharing best practices, Palantir and Accenture Federal Services hope to accelerate U.S. government innovation for years to come.