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107 www.ceotodaymagazine.com CEO Today United Kingdom Awards 2018 TECHNOLOGY IAN NEWCOMBE CEO of Sanderson Group PLC FIRM PROFILE About Sanderson Group Plc At Sanderson, we develop and supply our own software solutions for multi- channel retail, manufacturing, wholesale distribution and logistics businesses. Our expert knowledge, industry focus and customer-centric approach ensures that our customers remain one step ahead of the competition. Sanderson is a publicly owned, established and profitable technology company based primarily in the UK and Ireland. We have years of experience in our markets and work closely with our customers to forge long-term relationships. Here at Sanderson we pride ourselves on listening to our customers, understanding their needs and working with them to address their business challenges and maximise their return on investment. Beginning life in 1983, we have never stopped evolving, investing in development, technology skills and business acumen. For example, in retail, where we work closely with well-known high street brands to pioneer the adoption of digital technologies such as mobile, social and interactive, to deliver a more engaging customer experience. And in food and drink processing where our systems are helping manufacturers manage the complexities of their business, tackling product traceability and increasing regulation. We understand your industry and we understand how fast it can change, but, rest assured, at Sanderson we are always here to help you keep pace. What we do at Sanderson Group PLC We supply software solutions to multi-channel retail, manufacturing, wholesale distribution and logistics businesses, working closely with our customers to ensure that they always stay one step ahead of their competition. Our expert teams have years of experience in their relevant sectors and understand the unique requirements of your multi-channel retail, manufacturing, wholesale distribution or logistics business. We tailor our software to suit both your company and your teams, meaning that when you buy an IT solution from us you don’t just get a software solution, you get a partner who will work with you every step of the way to ensure that you achieve maximum return on your investment. Discover more about our ERP solutions for manufacturing, the benefits they can bring to your business and the industries we serve including discrete manufacturing, distribution and food and drink processing. Learn about our multi-channel solutions, how they can ensure that your business remains at the cutting edge of retail and the industries we serve, including retail, eCommerce, mail order, fulfilment, wholesale distribution and cash and carry. ABOUT IAN NEWCOMBE Ian was appointed to the Sanderson Group plc Board in 2013 and has over 30 years’ experience in software and IT services. He began his career in electronics before moving on to the computer industry in 1979 when he joined ACT Group plc. As a local board member, he helped establish an international IT business. In 1996, Ian joined Mitsubishi Electric as International Project Director. In 1999, he was appointed Consulting Director of Talgentra Ltd, where he developed a new consulting services business which rapidly expanded overseas. In 2005, Ian became Managing Director of the multi- channel retail division of Sanderson. Having made a major contribution to the Group’s strategy and driven the development of the multi-channel business, Ian was appointed Group Chief Executive in June 2015. www.sanderson.com