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RSS feedsDSGi Business’ woes have continued with the firm closing its PC World Business in Ireland, resulting in the loss of 12 jobs.
Commenting on the latest job losses, a DSGi representative said: “The market conditions in the Irish Republic have meant that while the b2b business has continued to grow, we do not see that it can become profitable in the short to medium term.
“We have therefore taken the decision to close PC World Business in Ireland with the loss of 12 roles. We are currently in discussion with the personnel concerned regarding deployment opportunities within the organisation, as DSG Retail Ireland employes over 750 personnel through its store and retail support network.”
The news is the latest in a number of changes to hit the firm since the summer.
Just last week CRN revealed how DSGI managing director Jerry Roest is stepping down after two years at the helm, and is being replaced by acting chief operating officer Martin Dorchester (channelweb 11 November).
Earlier this year it was revealed how DSGi Business entered into a consultation period with around 50 staff (Channelweb 28 August). This resulted in a number of casualties including DSGi group sales director Russell Flowers.
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