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Akkodis Acquires Raland Compliance Partners and Expands Life Sciences Consulting Capabilities

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Akkodis, a global digital engineering company, has acquired Raland Compliance Partners, a US-based specialist in quality and regulatory compliance services for the Life Sciences industry. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Chicago, Raland has built a strong reputation serving pharma, biotech, and medical device sectors over 23 years.

The acquisition aims to strengthen Akkodis's footprint in the Life Sciences industry and expand its consulting services capabilities both in the US and globally. Raland brings expertise in medical consulting services and maintains an international client portfolio. The transaction, which closed earlier this month, represents a strategic move to enhance Akkodis's service offerings and deliver greater value to clients worldwide.

Akkodis, un'azienda globale di ingegneria digitale, ha acquisito Raland Compliance Partners, uno specialista statunitense nei servizi di qualità e conformità normativa per l'industria delle Scienze della Salute. Fondata nel 2002 e con sede a Chicago, Raland ha costruito una solida reputazione servendo i settori farmaceutico, biotecnologico e dei dispositivi medici per oltre 23 anni.

L'acquisizione mira a rafforzare la presenza di Akkodis nell'industria delle Scienze della Salute ed espandere le sue capacità di consulenza sia negli Stati Uniti che a livello globale. Raland porta competenze nei servizi di consulenza medica e mantiene un portafoglio clienti internazionale. La transazione, che si è conclusa all'inizio di questo mese, rappresenta una mossa strategica per migliorare le offerte di servizi di Akkodis e fornire maggiore valore ai clienti in tutto il mondo.

Akkodis, una empresa global de ingeniería digital, ha adquirido Raland Compliance Partners, un especialista con sede en EE. UU. en servicios de calidad y cumplimiento normativo para la industria de Ciencias de la Vida. Fundada en 2002 y con sede en Chicago, Raland ha construido una sólida reputación sirviendo a los sectores farmacéutico, biotecnológico y de dispositivos médicos durante más de 23 años.

La adquisición tiene como objetivo fortalecer la presencia de Akkodis en la industria de Ciencias de la Vida y expandir sus capacidades de servicios de consultoría tanto en EE. UU. como a nivel global. Raland aporta experiencia en servicios de consultoría médica y mantiene un portafolio de clientes internacional. La transacción, que se cerró a principios de este mes, representa un movimiento estratégico para mejorar la oferta de servicios de Akkodis y proporcionar un mayor valor a los clientes en todo el mundo.

Akkodis는 글로벌 디지털 엔지니어링 회사로, Raland Compliance Partners을 인수했습니다. Raland는 생명 과학 산업을 위한 품질 및 규제 준수 서비스 전문 업체로, 미국에 본사를 두고 있습니다. 2002년에 설립된 Raland는 시카고에 본사를 두고 있으며, 23년 이상 제약, 생명공학 및 의료기기 분야에서 강력한 명성을 쌓아왔습니다.

이번 인수는 Akkodis의 생명 과학 산업 내 입지를 강화하고, 미국 및 전 세계에서 자문 서비스 역량을 확장하는 것을 목표로 합니다. Raland는 의료 자문 서비스에 대한 전문성을 제공하며, 국제 고객 포트폴리오를 보유하고 있습니다. 이번 거래는 이번 달 초에 마무리되었으며, Akkodis의 서비스 제공을 강화하고 전 세계 고객에게 더 큰 가치를 제공하기 위한 전략적 조치입니다.

Akkodis, une entreprise mondiale d'ingénierie numérique, a acquis Raland Compliance Partners, un spécialiste basé aux États-Unis dans les services de qualité et de conformité réglementaire pour l'industrie des sciences de la vie. Fondée en 2002 et ayant son siège à Chicago, Raland a construit une solide réputation en servant les secteurs pharmaceutique, biotechnologique et des dispositifs médicaux pendant plus de 23 ans.

Cette acquisition a pour objectif de renforcer la présence d'Akkodis dans l'industrie des sciences de la vie et d'élargir ses capacités de services de conseil, tant aux États-Unis qu'à l'échelle mondiale. Raland apporte une expertise dans les services de conseil médical et maintient un portefeuille de clients international. La transaction, qui a été finalisée au début de ce mois, représente un mouvement stratégique pour améliorer l'offre de services d'Akkodis et fournir une plus grande valeur aux clients du monde entier.

Akkodis, ein globales Unternehmen für digitale Ingenieurleistungen, hat Raland Compliance Partners übernommen, einen in den USA ansässigen Spezialisten für Qualitäts- und Regulierungscompliance-Dienstleistungen in der Life Sciences-Branche. Raland wurde 2002 gegründet und hat seinen Hauptsitz in Chicago; das Unternehmen hat sich über 23 Jahre hinweg einen soliden Ruf in den Bereichen Pharma, Biotechnologie und Medizintechnik erarbeitet.

Die Übernahme zielt darauf ab, die Präsenz von Akkodis in der Life Sciences-Branche zu stärken und die Beratungsdienstleistungen sowohl in den USA als auch weltweit auszubauen. Raland bringt Expertise in medizinischen Beratungsdienstleistungen mit und verfügt über ein internationales Kundenportfolio. Die Transaktion, die Anfang dieses Monats abgeschlossen wurde, stellt einen strategischen Schritt dar, um das Serviceangebot von Akkodis zu verbessern und den Kunden weltweit einen höheren Wert zu bieten.

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  • Strategic expansion into Life Sciences sector through acquisition of established compliance services provider
  • Access to Raland's international client portfolio in pharma, biotech, and medical device verticals
  • Enhancement of consulting services capabilities in quality and regulatory compliance
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The acquisition will further strengthen the global Smart Industry leader's footprint in the Life Sciences industry, enabling it to provide clients with enhanced services offerings.

Akkodis Acquires Raland Compliance Partners and Expands Life Sciences Consulting Capabilities (PRNewsfoto/Akkodis)

ZURICH, Jan. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Akkodis, a global digital engineering company and Smart Industry leader, today announced that it has acquired US-based Raland Compliance Partners, LLC (Raland), a specialist provider of quality and regulatory compliance services to the Life Sciences industry. This expansion will enable Akkodis to deliver even more value to its clients in this key industry.

Raland was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with offices and resources strategically placed across the country to serve its clients. Over the past 23 years, the company has become a well-regarded provider of services to pharma, biotech and medical device verticals with a high standard of performance and an international client portfolio. This acquisition will expand the organization's consulting services footprint and expertise in the Life Sciences & Healthcare industry in the US and around the world. 

"We are thrilled to welcome Raland's talented team to the Akkodis family," said Mike Small, US Country President, The Adecco Group & President, Akkodis NA. "The company's proven expertise and leadership in the Life Sciences sector perfectly complement our vision of driving innovation and transformation in this critical industry. This acquisition is a significant step forward in expanding the breadth and depth of our consulting services and solidifying our ability to deliver exceptional value to clients worldwide."

Kevin McLeod, Head of Engineering at Akkodis/Entegee added, "Having worked alongside Raland in various capacities over many years, my team has seen firsthand their outstanding reputation and deep knowledge in medical consulting services. This acquisition opens exciting opportunities for collaboration within our Life Sciences segment and across the broader Akkodis portfolio."

Tom Rynkiewicz, Vice President, Life Sciences Regulatory and Quality Assurance, Raland, commented, "We are honored to join the Akkodis family, marking a pivotal moment for our company. I am immensely proud of our talented team of experts who have consistently delivered excellence in quality and regulatory compliance services, establishing a strong presence within the Life Sciences sector." He continued, "This acquisition positions Raland to continue to provide our uncompromised level of service to existing customers and to deliver greater innovation, scalability, and impact across a broader spectrum of client needs."

The transaction closed earlier this month.

Media contacts

Anne Friedrich
SVP, Global Head of Communications, Akkodis
E. anne.friedrich@akkodis.com

Lisa Bushka
VP, External Communications, Akkodis
E. lisa.bushka@adeccogroup.com

About Akkodis 

Akkodis is a global digital engineering company and Smart Industry leader. We enable clients to advance in their digital transformation with Consulting, Solutions, Talent, and Academy services. Headquartered in Switzerland and part of the Adecco Group, Akkodis is a trusted tech partner to the world's industries. We co-create and pioneer solutions that help to solve major challenges, from accelerating the clean energy transition and green mobility, to improving user and patient centricity. Empowered by a culture of inclusion and diversity, our 50,000 tech experts across 30 countries combine best-in-class technologies and cross industry knowledge to drive purposeful innovation for a more sustainable tomorrow. We are passionate about Engineering a Smarter Future Together. akkodis.com | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | X 

About the Adecco Group

The Adecco Group is the world's leading talent company. Our purpose is making the future work for everyone. Through our three global business units - Adecco, Akkodis and LHH - across 60 countries, we enable sustainable and lifelong employability for individuals, deliver digital and engineering solutions to power the Smart Industry transformation and empower organisations to optimise their workforces. The Adecco Group leads by example and is committed to an inclusive culture, fostering sustainable employability, and supporting resilient economies and communities. The Adecco Group AG is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland (ISIN: CH0012138605) and listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ADEN). www.adeccogroup.com

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FAQ

What is the strategic importance of Akkodis's acquisition of Raland Compliance Partners?

The acquisition strengthens Akkodis's footprint in the Life Sciences industry, expanding their consulting services capabilities and enabling them to provide enhanced services to clients in pharma, biotech, and medical device sectors.

When was Raland Compliance Partners founded and where is it headquartered?

Raland Compliance Partners was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with offices across the United States.

What specific services does Raland bring to Akkodis's portfolio?

Raland brings expertise in quality and regulatory compliance services specifically tailored for the Life Sciences industry, serving pharma, biotech, and medical device verticals.

When did the Akkodis-Raland acquisition transaction close?

The acquisition transaction closed in early January 2024, as stated in the press release.

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