Significant changes are underway at Asda as Chief Transformation Officer Mark Simpson departs after nearly two decades.
- Mark Simpson’s departure coincides with strategic organizational changes within Asda.
- Incoming Chief Digital Officer Matt Kelleher will assume responsibility for Asda’s technology team.
- Asda’s efforts continue to transition from Walmart’s legacy systems to a modern digital infrastructure.
- The company aims to complete its digital transformation by the end of the year.
In a surprising move, Asda bids farewell to its Chief Transformation Officer, Mark Simpson, who exits the company after a notable 17-year tenure. This departure aligns with broader organizational changes that the company is currently undertaking. These changes are expected to have a significant impact on the company’s strategic direction.
Matt Kelleher is stepping into the role of Chief Digital Officer at Asda. With his appointment effective from July 22nd, he will oversee the technology team and spearhead the completion of Asda’s Future programme. This initiative is integral to Asda’s strategy of replacing its outdated systems inherited from Walmart with a more agile, cloud-first digital infrastructure.
A spokesperson for Asda expressed gratitude towards Mark Simpson for his dedicated years of service and wished him well in his future endeavors. The spokesperson also confirmed that Simpson’s exit was by mutual agreement, marking a respectful conclusion to his long-standing career with the company.
Asda remains steadfastly committed to shifting away from Walmart’s legacy systems by the year’s end, with the Future programme playing a pivotal role in this transition. The company’s strategic focus on digital transformation highlights its forward-thinking approach to leveraging technology for operational efficiency and improved customer experiences.
Asda’s leadership transition and digital transformation signify a new chapter in its operational strategy.
