Accenture Belgium

🔙 Throwback to the Semi-Finals of #AccentureInRealLife, the international consulting challenge gathering students from all over Belgium, Luxembourg, France and the Netherlands! In the last few weeks, the talented students have been thinking of new ways to make the fashion market and industry more sustainable using #GenerativeAI. Last week, the Belgian teams presented their ideas to the Accenture jury. And the top 3 teams will go on to compete in the grand final in Paris next February against the teams from Accenture France and Accenture the Netherlands. A huge well done to all participants—your hard work and creativity were truly inspiring! And congratulations to the finalists, we can’t wait to see you take the stage in Paris! [Image description: Slide 1: A three-image collage with photos from Accenture in Real Life Season 8 events. The top left photo is from Brussels. A person stands and gives a presentation. The bottom left photo is from Paris. A person stands on a stage in front of two large screens that read, “Accenture In Real Life”. The bottom right photo is from Amsterdam. A group of people are sitting at a table and listening to a presentation projected on a screen. On the top right area of the image there's a blue background and the words “Accenture in Real Life, Season 8” in large, white letters. Slide 2: A collage of three photos from different conference rooms in Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam. The caption says: “First we set the scene for the day across all three countries." Slide 3: This is a collage of three photos showing people pitching business ideas in Amsterdam, Paris, and Brussels. In the bottom area, text states: "Pitch time for the participants!" Slide 4: A collage of three images depicts snacks, a photo booth, and Accenture-branded desserts. Text superimposed in the upper right corner reads: "Some fun and games while the jury deliberated." Slide 5: A collage of three photos shows some finalists of the Accenture in Real Life Challenge in Brussels, Paris and Amsterdam. Text reads: "Congratulations to the finalists! See you in February in Paris for the Finals"]

Can you tell a real person from a fake? As technology improves, deepfakes are getting more sophisticated—and more dangerous. Learn how to act quickly with an end-to-end deepfake defense here: https://accntu.re/3DcX2ob [Photo Description: Frame 1: Half of a woman’s head is visible on the right side of the frame, with a flat eyebrow, a downturned mouth without lipstick, freckled and wrinkled skin, a light jacket, an unadorned ear and a hazel eye with eyeliner. Stylized aquamarine lines map the simple details of her face, forming 2D polygons. Against a light purple background, text explains: How is a deepfake made? It’s like a two-player game. Smaller text reads: Using technology called Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), one neural network “player” creates fake imagery or audio based on a sample of data. Along the bottom of the screen, half of a phrase reads: Can you spot… Frame 2: Along the bottom of the screen, the phrase concludes: …the differences? The second half of the woman’s head is visible on the left side of the frame. This woman looks slightly different, with an arched eyebrow, a smiling mouth with more intense lipstick, smoother and less freckled skin, a darker jacket, an earring and a brown eye without eyeliner. Text explains: The other “player” determines whether it’s real, pushing the first to improve and try again. The resulting fakes are getting more sophisticated—and more dangerous. Large purple text concludes: Companies must act fast to reinforce trust.]

Exciting news from our latest collaboration with Luminus! We're thrilled to announce the successful launch of a generative AI-powered search assistant for Luminus. This innovative tool is now live on their public website, marking a significant milestone in our journey to enhance customer service through advanced technology. 🔍 The challenge: the utility company sought to improve customer satisfaction, increase self-service and reduce call center workload. They aimed to explore the potential of generative AI swiftly and effectively. 💡 Our solution: in partnership with Avanade Belgium, our Accenture Song teams developed a conversational interface that leverages the company's internal FAQ and own web-content to help users in finding information quickly and easily. Built on the Azure Microsoft platform, the tool uses Azure #OpenAI GPT to generate prompts and Azure AI Search to execute queries, all integrated into a user-friendly app experience. 📈 The impact: the AI-powered search assistant has transformed the way customers interact with the utility company, providing them with instant access to information and significantly enhancing the user experience. This tool not only meets current customer needs but also sets the stage for future enhancements as part of Luminus’ overarching AI roadmap. A big thank you to the whole team for their hard work and dedication. Our Accenture Song teams are proud to support our clients in their digital transformation journey and look forward to continuing our partnership to drive innovation in the utility sector 👏 [Video description: Frame 1: The image introduces a digital assistant with a chat bubble icon featuring two green dots, resembling eyes, prominently displayed on a white circle. Below the graphic, in white text against a green background, it reads: "Meet your new Luminus assistant, ready to help 24/7!" Frame 2: A screenshot of a website with a search bar is shown. The digital assistant is responding to a user's question. The text reads: "Get instant answers to all your energy questions." Frame 3: At the top, a vibrant green circle is partially cropped, revealing a white background. Centered beneath it is a light blue circle containing a stylized chat bubble icon. The chat bubble is dark blue with two green dots symbolizing a chat interface. Below, the graphic is divided into three horizontal sections. Each section features an orange circle on the left and bold black text on the right. The orange circles contain simple white line icons: a smiley face, an "OK" gesture, and a phone receiver with a chat bubble. The sections highlight the following benefits: "Boosting satisfaction," "Empowering self-service," and "Reducing call center workload."]

Our #ChangeMakers work with purpose every day to create positive change for our people, clients, and the communities we live and work in. As we celebrate #InternationalVolunteerDay, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the committed Accenture colleagues who made this year’s #VolunteeringWeek more than just a series of activities. From coaching and empowering job seekers to picking up 422.5 kg of litter in the streets of Brussels, to raising over 2 800€ in a bake sale, and preparing food packs for families in need, it was about creating connections, making a difference, and showing how much we can accomplish together 👏 [Image description:  Image 1: Seven people smile as they work together to lift a person in an all-terrain wheelchair up over a log. They are in a forest with tall trees and fallen leaves on the ground. Image 2: Two people stand behind a table with a sign that reads: "Buy cookies here to support think pink!" The people have their arms outstretched to welcome those passing by. There is a plate of cookies on the table. Behind them, a wall is covered in bright green moss and a bright blue neon sign that reads: "Accenture". Image 3: A group of people walk away from the camera on a sidewalk, carrying blue and yellow garbage bags. They are participating in a community cleanup. Image 4: Two people wearing hairnets are in a kitchen scooping cookie dough onto baking sheets.   Image 5: A person in a bright orange safety vest flexes their muscles while carrying a large, heavy bag over their shoulder. The person is in a warehouse setting with large storage containers and boxes visible in the background.  Image 6: Six people wearing reflective vests participate in a community cleanup, collecting trash in a field. Image team 7: Six people are sitting around a white table in a room with exposed brick walls. There are papers, pens, and cups on the table, suggesting a meeting or workshop.  Image 8: A busy indoor scene of people participating in an event. Many people are wearing bright blue shirts with "researchersday.lu" printed on them. People are gathered around tables, some working on laptops. Image 9: Five people work in a warehouse-like setting, surrounded by stacks of blue plastic crates.   Image 10: Ten people are gathered in what looks like a break room. Most of them are wearing safety vests and sitting on a long wooden bench in front of a white wall]

Our inclusive culture and accessible workplace support persons with disabilities and enable all our people to innovate together. This International Day of Persons with Disabilities—and every day—we are committed to advancing disability inclusion. https://accntu.re/3ZByCNG [Video description: Video begins with a purple silhouette of a person against a black background. The silhouette multiplies into 5 standing next to a single blue one. Copy: “1 in 6 people worldwide has a disability. That’s more than a billion people.” We then see a blue circle over a purple circle with a stat inside: “60% of people with disabilities feel excluded in the workplace.” The stat dissolves into blue dots that represent 60%. Copy: “Accenture is committed to making disability inclusion a top priority.” The next frame shows purple and white text on a black background: “In 2024, we achieved a top score on the Disability Equality Index in all 8 participating countries: Brazil, Canada, Germany, India, Japan, Philippines, United Kingdom, The United States.” The next frame shows a world globe with blue dots glowing around it. Copy: “45 accessibility centers around the globe, 143,000 allies, and 29 countries with disability-focused networks…we’re committed to foster a culture that is free from bias, where all our people can belong and thrive.” The frame fades to black with a purple Accenture logo"]

Leadership events, recruitment fairs, sustainability talks, our volunteering week, community events to celebrate Diwali, our Women in Sales and the Accenture Song communities, and a bit of sport here and there: what a month!! Now onto December and the festive season! But first, check out some snippets we took throughout November 📸 #AccentureMoments - Our annual leadership meeting, featuring Koen Deryckere, our new France and Benelux Accenture Lead, and a best-in-class speakers panel. - Celebrating Diwali at the office - Jean Marc Ollagnier, Accenture Chairman for the EMEA region, at the Movin'On Connect Summit in Maison de la Poste next to our office. - Discussing Gen AI and job opportunities with students at Ichec Brussels Management School and Solvay Consulting Club. - A sneak peek of our volunteering week (stay tuned for more on that 👀), including job mentoring with Team4Job and Proximus Group at our Gare Maritime office, and having fun with Accenture Luxembourg, ARHS Group, and Code Club Luxembourg demystifying code for our youth during the Researchers' Days in the Grand Duchy. - Again in the Grand Duchy, our colleagues rocking the Run In The Dark race through the city of Luxembourg. Looking for a workplace that allows you to grow, learn, and have fun? Check our open vacancies. Come work at the heart of change 🚀 https://lnkd.in/eeMhgqyu [Image description: a photo album portraying Accenture people taking part in the activities and events aforementioned]

Responsible AI requires BIAS MITIGATION. Find out how to minimize unintended bias in your algorithms and data and foster inclusivity and trust every step of the way. https://accntu.re/4eda7eC [Video Description: Gif video with an ominous black background, with text “Can you crack the code to an ethical AI ecosystem?” letters and numbers are flipping through below copy, and eventually land on “B_ _S M_T_G_T_ON” in a fill-in-the-blank style format. Purple Accenture greater than sign animates in below.]

To truly accelerate decarbonization, companies must embrace next-generation levers, particularly emerging technologies with transformative potential. Find out why AI could be a game-changer: https://accntu.re/3CAytkR [Document description: Slide 1: The text "Destination Net Zero" is overlaid over an image of rolling green hills and blue skies. There is a large green checkmark on the right side of the image. The Accenture logo is in the top right corner. "Key findings from our latest report on decarbonization" is in small white text next to the checkmark. Slide 2: Two people are standing over a table looking at a model of a solar farm. There's text that reads "There's positive momentum. 55% of G2000 companies have reduced operational emissions since 2016." Slide 3: An aerial photograph of a lush green forest canopy. A large solar panel installation is shaped like a checkmark symbol, with text that reads "And a key challenge - Only 16% are on track to reach net zero by 2050." Slide 4: A purple graphic with the Accenture logo in the top right corner. The text, "Read the report and accelerate your decarbonization efforts," is in white in the center of the graphic. Below the text are three checkmarks.]

Does your organization have the technology infrastructure to match your ambitions? Our latest research explores why a reinvention-ready #DigitalCore is key for capturing the value of #GenerativeAI – and the next disruptive tech. https://accntu.re/4eeZBna [Video Description: The video opens with the phrase “Your digital core: the power behind every possibility” set against a sleek, dark-purple tech background in motion. As the scene shifts, the text “It’s the backbone of generative AI, connecting every part of your business” highlights the seamless integration enabled by the digital core. Next, we see a person plugging in an electric car charger, accompanied by the words “It drives everything you do,” symbolizing the energy and empowerment the digital core provides. The narrative then moves to a corporate setting where a team of professionals collaborates in a meeting. The text “It powers every opportunity” emphasizes how the digital core fuels growth and fosters collaboration. The video transitions to a serene oceanic backdrop at dusk, featuring a wind turbine and the words “every innovation” and “every success,” illustrating the digital core’s role in driving sustainable progress. Following this, we see someone walking through a wind farm at sunset, with the text “Whatever your starting point,” followed by a truck navigating a lush forest, affirming “we know the way.” In the next segment, workers interact with a digital interface featuring holographic data and futuristic controls. The overlay reads, “to your reinvention-ready digital core,” underscoring the importance of digital transformation. The video concludes with an abstract geometric shape emitting light against a dark background, with the text “Reinventing with a Digital Core,” and the subtitle “How to accelerate growth through change,” ending on a visionary, transformative note.]

Accountability is key in the age of AI. Empower your teams to question and govern AI systems effectively, fostering a culture of transparency and responsibility across your organization. https://accntu.re/4cnZowb [Video Description: Gif video with an ominous black background, “AI” animates onto screen in bold purple letters. Copy fills in below in white letters, “requires rigorous.” “ACCOUNTABILITY” animates in capital, bold letters, with the AI in the word fairness highlighted in purple letters, and the other letters in white, highlighting the AI in ACCOUNTABILITY. Final copy animates in “Find out how to scale AI responsibly — with confidence and ACCOUNTABILITY.” Copy animates out and is replaced with a purple Accenture greater than sign.]