⋅ June 20, 2025
The financial services industry has demonstrated a notable early and sustained interest in quantum computing as it transitions from theoretical research to practical applications. Financial institutions worldwide, including global banks, hedge funds, and insurers, are actively investigating how quantum technologies could unlock new frontiers in ...
Read more⋅ June 19, 2025
Meeting McKinsey’s QuantumBlack team, we were quickly reminded to reflect on our misconceptions. The executives we met were eager to engage and reminded us more of a startup than a leading business consultancy.
Read more⋅ June 18, 2025
AWS announced the establishment of a new European organization and operating model for the AWS European Sovereign Cloud
Read more⋅ June 18, 2025
In previous posts of this series, we explored the business rationale behind IT/OT convergence and examined real-world use cases across key industries. It has become evident that OT systems are no longer isolated, and securing them is imperative for maintaining cyber hygiene, ensuring core business continuity, adhering to regulations, and ...
Read more⋅ June 17, 2025
A quantum step in the agentic direction for McKinsey Recently, PAC had the opportunity to attend a McKinsey event in London focused on their QuantumBlack division. Next year will be the 100th anniversary of McKinsey, which is internationally known for its business-led management consulting capability serving businesses, governments, and ...
Read more⋅ June 17, 2025
PAC recently spoke with Yves Nicolas, Sopra Steria’s Deputy CTO Group, about how the company is using GenAI to enhance—not replace—its software development workforce. From productivity pilots to onboarding and application modernization, Sopra Steria is building a pragmatic, long-term strategy centered on developer satisfaction, software ...
Read more⋅ June 13, 2025
Quantum computing is a powerful technology with the potential to transform the way we address some of the most complex challenges in business and society. Beyond the scientific curiosity and headline-grabbing breakthroughs, there are very real, strategic reasons why quantum computing is now appearing on corporate roadmaps. In this post, the second ...
Read more⋅ June 12, 2025
Alten place l’IT au cœur de sa stratégie. Sa filiale IT.ES change de modèle, mise sur l’IA, structure ses offres et vise 2 Mds€ de revenus d’ici 2028.
Read more⋅ June 12, 2025
In this series' initial segment, we examined why IT/OT convergence is more than just a technical undertaking—it's a business transformation with strategic implications. We discussed the cultural divide between IT and OT, the risks of inaction, and the potential for security to become a business enabler. Part 2 will delve into the real-world use ...
Read more⋅ June 11, 2025
PAC participated in the Moldova Digital Summit 2025, held at the Chisinau Arena. While Moldova is still facing economic and geopolitical pressures (such as inflation, energy prices, or the proximity to the war in Ukraine), it is prioritizing tech development as a strategic asset in the face of all these turmoils. A few months ago, in October ...
Read more⋅ June 09, 2025
Alten’s IT Enterprise Services (IT.ES) is undergoing a major transformation. With a revamped organization, strategic focus on AI and vertical offerings, and a €2bn revenue target by 2028, IT.ES is positioning itself as a serious contender in the IT services space—moving beyond its ER&D legacy.
Read more⋅ June 06, 2025
Quantum computing has historically been discussed among physicists, mathematicians, and select academic circles. In recent years, it has evolved from theoretical science into a field of serious strategic interest for some of the world's largest corporations, governments, and investors. What was once a realm of science fiction is now becoming a ...
Read more⋅ June 05, 2025
Opening the Series The convergence of Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) is no longer a distant vision or a niche concern. It is becoming a central pillar of digital transformation across industries. Integrating information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) systems offers a range of benefits to businesses in ...
Read more⋅ June 05, 2025
PAC has released its latest UK IT services rankings, revealing a challenging 2024 for most vendors. As uncertainty looms over 2025, market dynamics are shifting, with growth driven by digital transformation, legacy modernisation, and public sector investments.
Read more⋅ June 04, 2025
At Google Cloud Summit Paris 2025, Google detailed its sovereign cloud strategy for Europe, facing fragmented national regulations and geopolitical hurdles. While Microsoft follows a similar path with Bleu, AWS is building its own infrastructure. The race for trusted cloud services in Europe is heating up—amidst regulatory chaos.
Read more⋅ June 04, 2025
PAC had the opportunity to speak with Thomas Schröder, the Security Operations Center Service Manager. As digital transformation accelerates, cybersecurity has become crucial for operational stability and regulatory compliance. Organizations across all sectors are increasingly vulnerable to evolving cyber threats, expanding regulatory ...
Read more⋅ June 03, 2025
Après plusieurs années de croissance soutenue, le marché des services numériques en France a connu un coup d'arrêt en 2024. Pour la première fois depuis longtemps, le top 10 des ESN affiche une décroissance de -0,2 %, en retrait par rapport à un marché global à +0,3 %. Ce retournement s'explique par un contexte économique et ...
Read more⋅ June 03, 2025
Introduction In today's highly connected world, cybersecurity has become more than a mere line item in the IT budget. It has become a critical national economic and strategic imperative. This shifting landscape presents a significant investment opportunity for European private equity (PE) and venture capital (VC) firms, offering a combination of ...
Read more⋅ May 26, 2025
Après quatre années d'instabilité, Atos présente son ambitieux programme Genesis sous la direction de Philippe Salle. Ce plan de transformation vise une croissance organique de 5-7% et une marge d'exploitation de 10% d'ici 2028. Entre simplification du portefeuille (de 170 à 40 offres), développement de l'IA avec 10 000 consultants visés, ...
Read more⋅ May 26, 2025
Syntax Systems has a new Europe CEO and an extended go-to-market
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