Direct Line Rejects £3.3bn Bid from Aviva, Shares Surge Amid Optimism Direct Line Group’s (DLG) rejection of Aviva’s £3.3 billion acquisition offer has sparked major industry discussion, not just for the bold decision but also for its impact on the UK insurance market. Aviva’s offer, which valued Direct Line at 250p per share (112.5p in […]
IBM CEO Champions Deregulation, Innovation Amid Trump-Era Speculation As anticipation builds over Donald Trump’s possible return to the White House, the business world is buzzing with speculation about how his administration’s policies might shape industries. In the tech sector, IBM CEO Arvind Krishna is positioning himself as a key proponent of deregulation, advocating for a […]
Hello Kitty at 50: Japan’s Youngest CEO Steers Sanrio into a New Era Hello Kitty, with her signature bow and endearing, expressionless face, has been a symbol of Japanese pop culture since her debut in 1974. As she marks her 50th anniversary, this iconic character is not merely a nostalgic emblem but a testament to […]
Starbucks Aims to Reconnect with Customers Through Personalized Touches and Strategic Changes In an era where customer experience reigns supreme, Starbucks is taking bold steps to reinvigorate its brand and reconnect with its foundational principles. Under the leadership of CEO Brian Niccol, the coffee giant has announced plans to acquire 200,000 Sharpie markers to bring […]
Whether it’s cold-calling a client who had shown interest in your product or simply making a follow-up call to a client who just purchased your services, one thing is for sure. Calling customers on the phone can sometimes be nerve-racking, and any sales or marketing rep can attest to it. However, it becomes easier if […]
The United States and Europe transformed during the 19th century with new manufacturing processes. This historical period sparked the advent of the mass production of goods, a result of increased efficiency and technology in the workplace. More products brought more choice for consumers. Companies now had more competitors than ever before and there was a […]
I call it "strategy-as-you-go", and it's not a catchy buzzword: it's a tangible, strategic readiness to respond and adapt to a changing environment. Strategy-As-You-Go And Business Of Resilience Despite unprecedented challenges over the past two years, SMEs in the UK have shown remarkable resilience. They have not only survived the pandemic and the difficulties in its wake but […]
Formulating a strong succession plan for your business is what any business owner should do, and always sooner rather than later. Succession plans are there to provide a long term framework for the future of the business, and for your own personal interests as the business’s owner, too. As a result, they also need to be […]
Ron Nersesian is the President and CEO of Keysight Technologies. Keysight provides world-class electronic design and measurement solutions to accelerate innovation to connect and secure the world. They have the broadest and deepest portfolio of solutions and expertise to meet the world’s toughest electronic measurement and design challenges. Keysight develops solutions that help bring electronic […]
How many of us would risk stepping out of bed in the morning if we knew we would slip and fall, thus breaking an ankle walking to the bathroom? How many of us would risk driving to work if we knew we would crash our vehicle leaving the driveway? Moreover, how many of us think […]
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