The Economic Times

Accenture CEO Julie Sweet has a vacation request for employees: Staff can skip using leave in August & carry it forward as company wants strong Q4 finish

Accenture CEO Julie Sweet is urging employees to boost the company's fourth quarter performance. A temporary vacation policy change allows staff to carry unused leave into the next financial year. This move aims to keep more employees available during the crucial August sales period. The company seeks to strengthen sales and revenue after weaker-than-expected quarterly results. Accenture's performance is also watched amid growing artificial intelligence concerns.