Pushing the case for 'people stuff': A lot of time and energy is invested in business creation, getting companies to export, drive more profit and sort out their cost base. Not so much, it seems, on sorting out what Peter Russian describes as the "people stuff". Russian has been working with company staff issues for more than two decades and says there is still a lot to be done if businesses are to get the best from the people they employ. "There is a still an instinct in business to … [Read more...] about Interview: Peter Russian, CEO Re:markable
Interviews
Interview: Stephen McArthur and Adam Brown
Shining a light on industry's hidden data: Professor Stephen McArthur tells a story about the nineteenth century engineer Robert Stevenson who defied those who told him that he would be unable to build a lighthouse 11 miles out to sea. The Bell Rock was duly erected off the Firth of Tay and was completed in 1810. The masonry work on which it rests was constructed to such a high standard that it has never been replaced or adapted. "I had been watching a television programme about it and it … [Read more...] about Interview: Stephen McArthur and Adam Brown
Interview: Daniel Rodgers, CEO of QikServe
Quickening the pace of change They were taking orders for gin in one corner of the room and delivering them in another. For guests mingling at the new offices of QikServe this was a way of showing them what the company does and how it lives up to its name. As the QikServe-operated kiosk did brisk trade among the gin lovers, Daniel Rodgers was sharing a demonstration of an installation for Burger King. The fast food chain has just gone live with the click-to-order kiosks at Amsterdam Central … [Read more...] about Interview: Daniel Rodgers, CEO of QikServe
Interview: Jim Mellon, global investor
It's life, Jim, but not as we know it Jim Mellon is 60. He doesn't want anyone to know that, so just keep it between you and me, okay? What's interesting, though, is that he could be just half way through his life, if current predictions are anything to go by. Mellon is a rich man. Worth about £850 million. He's up there as one of the wealthiest Scots on the planet. But, as everyone knows, you can't take your money with you, so best to enjoy it while you can. In Mellon's case it's about … [Read more...] about Interview: Jim Mellon, global investor
Interview: Jamie Graves, ZoneFox
Monitoring the enemy within: Wine and ale were flowing and opera singer Ciara Harvie, best known as a contestant on TV talent show The Voice, was entertaining the guests. Jamie Graves was throwing a party and he wanted to put on a bit of a show. Graves appeared sporting a hipster's beard, though the dark grey suit and turquoise tie added some traditional formality to the occasion (as the corporate colours of Daily Business he could have been our mascot). This was the official opening of … [Read more...] about Interview: Jamie Graves, ZoneFox