Accenture Song - WPP merger rumors swirl - but would it make sense?
Briefly

Rumors have surfaced regarding potential talks between Accenture and WPP, with speculation about a transformative deal for the marketing industry. Industry insiders report on meetings between senior executives, but both companies have not confirmed any details regarding an acquisition or partnership. WPP faces significant challenges in 2024, including a drop in share price and client losses. Accenture's division, Accenture Song, rejects traditional media buying, criticizing the industry's reliance on outdated models while emphasizing the importance of creativity and strategy.
"Giving creativity away for free when the media model's already broken? That's not a strategy. That's an admission."
"The pursuit of media has derailed the appreciation of craft and creativity and strategy."
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