ALKU Acquires rockITdata to Expand AI Capabilities and Healthcare IT Solutions
ALKU Acquires rockITdata to Expand AI Capabilities and Healthcare IT Solutions
PR Newswire
ANDOVER, Mass., Sept. 1, 2026
ALKU Pairs Staffing Model with rockITdata's Solutions Expertise to Deliver Complete Project Ownership and Fuel Rapid Growth Across AI, Healthcare IT and Federal Health
ANDOVER, Mass., Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ALKU, a leading specialized staffing firm, today announced the acquisition of rockITdata, a rapidly growing technology consulting firm specializing in artificial intelligence, digital transformation and data analytics across enterprise and public sector clients.
The acquisition allows rockITdata to leverage ALKU's deep access to advanced AI and data engineering talent to meet significant demand in its existing business, giving clients a partner that can deliver end-to-end project ownership at scale. While ALKU remains dedicated to its core staffing model, this acquisition accelerates ALKU's ability to deliver high-touch AI solutions to its clients, as well as expanding its Healthcare Information Technology (HCIT) capabilities and extending its reach into specialized federal health contracts.
"At ALKU, our growth comes down to unlocking potential for our clients, our business, and our people," said Andrew Bull, CEO of ALKU. "Bringing rockITdata on board is an exciting move for us. Combining their hands-on technical expertise and project leadership in AI, data, and federal health with ALKU's reach gives us the ability to offer a more complete solution to solve larger and more complex problems for our clients. We are excited to welcome the rockITdata team to ALKU."
"What excites us most is what ALKU is building," said Daniel Thode, President of rockITdata. "ALKU has created an exceptional platform around specialized talent, deep end-market expertise, and strong client relationships. Bringing solutions delivery across AI and federal health capabilities will expand the ways in which ALKU can support its clients and respond to increasingly complex needs. We believe the combination creates a differentiated model for bringing specialized expertise to support technology transformation efforts across both existing and new markets."
To learn more about ALKU, visit www.alku.com.
Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
About ALKU
ALKU is one of the nation's fastest-growing staffing firms, facilitating critical solutions for businesses by providing highly specialized consultants across cutting-edge industries including IT and life sciences. ALKU's Have Fun Working Hard® company culture focuses on employee retention and growth, training and development and a highly specialized division-led operation model. ALKU is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts with seven additional locations nationwide.
About rockITdata
rockITdata's mission is to redefine what's possible by creating meaningful impact through bold ideas and exceptional execution. rockITdata combines cutting-edge, commercially proven technologies to drive transformative change across healthcare, life sciences, and government organizations through innovative, agile solutions that enhance efficiency and elevate human experiences.
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