Chicago-based Baker Tilly recently announced it has acquired Alirrium, a provider of intelligent automation services. The consulting and accounting firm, the independent U.S. arm of U.K.-based consulting giant Baker Tilly International, sought the Reston, Va.-based RPA and intelligent automation expert to bolster its automation practice.
Baker Tilly said the acquisition will strengthen its ability to provide digital transformation solutions to middle-market clients and noted that Alirrium had built an impressive book of public-sector business in addition to its private-sector clients.
“Our combined strengths significantly enhance our digital capabilities, allowing us to equip clients with innovative tools that boost efficiency and facilitate smarter decision-making,” said Ann Blakely, managing principal of digital solutions for Baker Tilly. “With Alirrium’s RPA expertise and Baker Tilly’s comprehensive advisory services, we are well-positioned to offer robust automation solutions to a wide range of organizations.”
Alirrium’s founder and CEO David Hickey will remain with Baker Tilly as a partner in the firm. Financial details of the acquisition were not disclosed.