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NTT DATA Acquires Alchemy to Strengthen Insurance Services
NTT DATA Acquires Alchemy to Strengthen Insurance Services
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NTT DATA Acquires Alchemy to Strengthen Insurance Services

The Northern Ireland-based consultancy brings specialty insurance expertise and Guidewire capabilities to strengthen NTT DATA’s global insurance offerings.

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Key takeaways

  • NTT DATA acquires Alchemy to enhance its global insurance technology capabilities.
  • Acquisition focuses on addressing agility, modernization, and scalability in the insurance sector.
  • Alchemy's expertise will support complex, regulated environments, particularly in the London market.
  • NTT DATA strengthens its UK and Ireland presence, expanding its insurance lifecycle offerings.
  • The partnership aims to co-innovate using emerging technologies for digital transformation.
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NTT DATA has announced the acquisition of Northern Ireland-based Alchemy Technology Services, an insurance technology consultancy firm.

Through this acquisition, NTT DATA aims to transform the global insurance ecosystem, addressing current and emerging challenges around agility, modernisation and scalability. 

In addition to its strong consultancy and Guidewire credentials, Alchemy claims that it brings deep expertise in the specialty insurance market, particularly in supporting complex and regulated environments, such as the London market, the largest (re)insurance subscription market globally.

This acquisition will further strengthen NTT DATA’s ability to serve niche and high-value segments across the global insurance landscape. Building on its strong foundation in the industry, NTT DATA’s insurance capabilities are driven by a network of more than 15,000 specialists operating in 26 countries worldwide, the company claims.

It also strengthens NTT DATA’s regional presence in the UK and Ireland, offering dedicated expertise across the full insurance lifecycle.

The Alchemy team will serve as a Global Centre of Excellence, helping shape and deliver complex transformation programs for insurers worldwide. The firm’s delivery model will be adopted internationally, with its academy training approach extended to support teams in other global locations.

Bruno Abril, global lead, insurance industry, NTT DATA, said, “Joining forces with Alchemy enhances our ability to accelerate digital transformation in the insurance industry, reinforcing our strategic growth ambitions and the vast opportunities we see ahead.”

John Harkin, founder and CEO of Alchemy, said, “Becoming part of NTT DATA unlocks extraordinary opportunities, not just for international growth, but for expanding the reach and impact of the work we do.”

Together, the companies will co-innovate around emerging technologies including AI, automation, sustainability and next-generation insurance products, it said.

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