Anchoram Consulting opens office in the Great White North Canada

Australian data, technology and cyber security services firm Anchoram Consulting has embarked on the next step of its international growth strategy with the launch of Anchoram Canada.

Founded in 2019, this expansion marks a major milestone for the firm. Over the past six years, Anchoram has consistently achieved revenue growth and expanded its team across its data and cyber security management practices.

The firm has laid the foundation for expansion into the Canadian market by delivering over 70 projects in a short time to a diverse range of sectors, including Australian federal, state and local governments, defence, and critical infrastructure industry.

Anchoram has held a presence in India since 2022, where the firm has delivered work for local clients such as Zomato, Blinkit, Business Standard and Bharat Hotels. 

In its latest move to North America, Anchoram will provide critical infrastructure, defence, government and public service to the Canadian market during a time when demand for domestic capability and trusted local partnerships is surging, noted the firm.

Anchoram chief operating officer and co-founder Harry Cheema said when the firm was considering expansion plans, Canada was an easy choice.

“Australia and Canada have enjoyed decades of reciprocal partnerships and are aligned culturally and on policy in many areas, including defence and security, trade, economic growth, migration, transportation, Indigenous, social, cultural, academic and regional issues,” he said.

“Our experience in India, which is a very different and difficult market to enter, has already taught us some really good lessons.

“One of the key considerations was to find a leader whose values align with ours and who can guide us with their experience in the market to ensure we set up well to serve the specific needs of the Canadian business and public sectors.”

Leading the Canadian arm of the business as Canadian president and CEO is Chris Moore, a transformational leader within the region for his work across government and enterprise sectors.

He has prior experience as CIO at Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, as well as the City of Edmonton and the City of Brampton.

Moore has also worked in the banking, financial services and energy sectors, which will allow Anchoram to continue to grow its unique approach based on its core values.

“With government organisations across all levels re-evaluating their procurement practices, shifting to a ‘Made in Canada’ approach, Anchoram Canada will serve as a strategic response to these evolving market dynamics,” he said.

Backed by deep experience in cyber security, data management and complex business transformation and regulatory environments, Anchoram Canada wants to become a key partner to Canadian organisations navigating new technology and operational challenges.

Anchoram CEO and cofounder Glenn Ashe said expanding into Canada reflects the strength of its tailored and ethics-led approach to transformation.

“We see a real opportunity to partner with Canadian organisations who are navigating change and seeking consultants driven by values, such as integrity, empathy, authenticity, and professionalism,” he said.

The Canadian arm of Anchoram will open its doors on 1 May in Ottawa and Toronto.