276,000+ KPMG Employees Gain Access to Claude AI

More than 276,000 KPMG professionals worldwide will soon have access to Anthropic’s Claude, representing one of the largest deployments of this artificial intelligence technology within a professional services firm to date. KPMG is integrating Claude directly into Digital Gateway, the platform its workforce and clients use for core tasks, beginning with new tools designed for tax and legal services. This is more than simply providing employee access; it’s a fundamental shift in how KPMG delivers client work. “At KPMG, we’re innovating and redefining how work gets done,” said Bill Thomas, Global Chairman and CEO, KPMG International. Anthropic has also designated KPMG as a preferred partner for private equity, with plans to jointly develop new Claude-powered products tailored for portfolio companies.

KPMG’s 276,000+ Workforce Integrates Anthropic’s Claude

The firm is actively embedding Claude within Digital Gateway, its core software platform used by both KPMG professionals and their clients for daily operations, beginning with specialized tools for tax and legal services. This integration signifies a substantial shift toward AI-assisted workflows across all facets of the professional services firm. Beyond internal access, KPMG is collaborating with Anthropic to co-develop new offerings for shared clients and modernize existing business functions.

Cybersecurity is a key area of focus, with teams leveraging Claude to proactively identify and remediate vulnerabilities within critical systems, all guided by KPMG’s established Trusted AI framework. “Our clients depend on us where accuracy, judgment, and knowledge matter most,” said Tim Walsh, Chair and CEO of KPMG US. “AI is changing how we deliver—trust and innovation are central to this new offering and we’re proud to partner with Anthropic to deliver value to our clients and our people.” The strategic alliance extends to the private equity sector, where Anthropic has designated KPMG as a preferred partner. The two firms will jointly construct Claude-powered products tailored for portfolio companies, aiming to accelerate AI adoption and innovation within these businesses. KPMG has already launched KPMG Blaze, a new offering designed to modernize legacy IT systems and expedite the deployment of AI-enabled technologies using Claude Code. Joint research with the McCombs School of Business at UT Austin is also clarifying the critical role of human oversight in maximizing the value of AI deployments, emphasizing that successful integration requires not just technology, but also informed judgment and workflow adaptation.

Digital Gateway Platform Embeds Claude Cowork and Managed Agents

KPMG’s integration of Anthropic’s Claude into its Digital Gateway platform marks a significant expansion of artificial intelligence within professional services, extending beyond simple employee access to become a core component of client deliverables. The firm is not merely providing tools; it is embedding Claude directly into the software used for actual work, initially focusing on new capabilities for tax and legal clients. This move represents one of the largest-scale deployments of this technology to date, granting over 276,000 KPMG employees globally access to the AI assistant.

Digital Gateway, built on Microsoft Azure, serves as KPMG’s central platform for client work, housing its tax expertise, proprietary tools, and client data. The addition of Claude Cowork and Managed Agents allows professionals and clients to construct new AI capabilities within the platform, dramatically reducing development timelines. “Building an AI agent to help clients adjust to changing tax regulations used to take weeks and required teams to switch between multiple tools and chat windows,” explained Rema Serafi, Vice Chair, Tax at KPMG US. “With Cowork and Managed Agents integrated in Digital Gateway, that same capability takes minutes.” The firms have designated KPMG as a preferred partner in this sector, aiming to help these companies build AI-driven products and processes responsibly. “Organizations often talk about keeping a ‘human in the loop’ when using AI, but KPMG and UT Austin’s research helps clarify what that human should be doing,” said Ethan Burris, Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.

KPMG Blaze Modernizes IT Systems for Private Equity Clients

KPMG is addressing a critical bottleneck for private equity firms: outdated IT infrastructure within portfolio companies. Recognizing that rapid modernization is key to unlocking value, the firm has developed KPMG Blaze, a new offering leveraging Anthropic’s Claude AI to accelerate the overhaul of aging systems. This isn’t simply a consulting service; it’s a focused application of Claude Code designed to dramatically reduce the time required to implement new, AI-enabled technologies. The strategy centers on embedding Claude directly into Digital Gateway, KPMG’s core client platform built on Microsoft Azure. This integration allows portfolio company teams to modernize systems and deploy AI solutions. KPMG’s commitment extends beyond simply providing access to the technology; it’s about fundamentally changing the workflow for its clients.

This focused approach to private equity reflects a broader alliance between KPMG and Anthropic, designating KPMG as a preferred partner for PE firms. “As these tools become more embedded in consequential work, responsible deployment will require both capable technology and a much clearer understanding of the human role in creating value.” KPMG clients can begin exploring how these capabilities apply to their businesses by contacting their account teams.