MinterEllison has acquired an information technology consulting firm in Sydney, as the Australian firm continues its path to provide multidisciplinary advisory services to clients.

The firm has acquired ITNewcom, which advises corporate and government clients on technology strategies, IT outsourcing, cost-benefit analysis and risk management. According to its website, ITNewcom's clients include BHP Billiton, The Australia and New Zealand Banking Group, and federal and state government agencies across the country.