Software and analytics firm snapped up by Arcadis

Global firm Arcadis has acquired Sheffield-based SEAMS as part of its growth into the data analytics sector.

SEAMS, a software and analytics company, was established in 2002 and employs 45 people. By acquiring SEAMS, Arcadis’ data analytics and predictive analytics offering has now grown to more than 200 people around the UK.

Led by managing director, Mark Engelhardt, and technical director, Mark Turner, SEAMS’ cutting-edge data and predictive analytics help to monitor performance and advise on resilience on behalf of their clients to safeguard their assets, minimise costs and reduce risk.

The transaction represents Arcadis’ latest move towards a fully digitally enabled business in the UK and overseas, making things faster and more sustainable and improving quality of life.

Alan Brookes, CEO of Arcadis UK, said: “The utilities and infrastructure sectors are one of the last to be digitally disrupted and if we’re to meet future consumer and client demands, our industry needs to move forward quickly. At Arcadis, this is our key priority and we are rapidly accelerating the digitisation of our entire business for the benefit of our clients and to improve quality of life for their customers.

“While the volume of data is growing exponentially, the real value lies in our ability to interpret and understand how to use it to deliver valued benefits. This is where the SEAMS team comes in.  Working with our new colleagues to combine our expert industry views with increasingly data-driven insights will ultimately enhance the level of sophistication we are bringing to our clients, helping them to improve their operations and make things better for those that rely on their services.”

Managing director, Mark Engelhardt, said: “The drive for better corporate performance and returns sits at the heart of most businesses. Our approach is all about mining the plethora of data available to us and – most importantly – making the most effective use of it to inform the decision-making process.

“Our approach to data means that we can work with clients from the very earliest stages of strategic planning, right through to operational delivery, helping them to draw valuable insights that ultimately help to drive the best performance of their assets.
“The global demand for Advanced Analytics is at a major tipping point and the acquisition by Arcadis not only affords excellent career stability and development for our staff, but also presents the perfect strategic opportunity to propel both companies forward into their next stage of growth.”

Arcadis is the leading global design & consultancy firm for natural and built assets. The company employs 27,000 people across 70 countries that generate €3.3bn in revenues.

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