Thoughtworks, a publicly owned, global technology company, agreed to acquire Handmade Design, a design consultancy company. Financial terms were not disclosed. “At Thoughtworks, we believe good design can lead to better business decisions, whether a company focuses on physical goods, digital products, services or some combination of these. Handmade Design is recognized for its commitment to collaboration, learning and exchanging ideas as well as developing and designing together with clients. I am thrilled to welcome Handmade Design’s highly skilled team of strategists and designers to Thoughtworks. Their expertise in co-creating value to businesses will further empower our team in Brazil to build new connections between our client’s brands and people, powered by design,” Guo Xiao, Thoughtworks President and CEO.