Avanade acquires Manchester AI firm Robiquity in Microsoft automation push
What's the deal? London-based AvanadeDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom → has agreed to acquire RobiquityDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom →, a Manchester specialist in AI-first business solutions, intelligent automation and low-code development. Financial terms were not disclosed. The deal, announced November 2026, remains subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.
Who's who? Avanade, founded by Microsoft and Accenture, calls itself the world's leading Microsoft expert, with 60,000 Microsoft professionals and 165,000 certifications worldwide. Robiquity, founded in 2016, uses Microsoft tools including Power Platform, Copilot and Azure to automate business processes. Its team holds more than 200 Microsoft certifications.
What's the endgame? Avanade said the acquisition expands its ability to help mid-market and enterprise clients across the UK put AI and automation to work. For Avanade, Robiquity adds capability in agentic AI, low-code development and automation delivery. For Robiquity, it opens access to a larger client base and global reach.
Robiquity has worked with EVRi, NHS Scotland, the Ministry of Justice, Virgin Media O2Dealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom →, WebBedsDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom →, and Greater Manchester Police.
Why now? Avanade said the deal comes as many businesses still grapple with turning AI investment into tangible results. Chris Howarth, chief executive officer of Avanade, said Robiquity's expertise is "exactly what our clients need as they look to move from AI ambition to real, lasting impact."
Tom Davies, chief executive officer of Robiquity, called joining Avanade "a natural next step for our business, creating exciting opportunities for our clients and our people."
The signal: The purchase fits a clear pattern of UK IT-services buyers absorbing specialist AI, data, and automation teams. According to Moore Kingston Smith, such deals made up 23% of UK IT-consulting transactions in Q3 2026, up from 17% in Q2. With Robiquity, the strategic fit matters more than the undisclosed price.
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