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Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2015 at 3:23 PM
Subject: Global Tech Update
I want to make you aware thatthis week Global Tech managers notified approximately 60 associates that their jobs have been eliminated. Please know that I did not come to this decision lightly. After careful analysis and exhausting all other expense reduction avenues, this action was necessary. These difficult workforce reductions will streamline Global Tech in alignment with our priorities, as well as reduce our cost structure.
The associates impacted reside in multiple locations and across GT departments and jobs. I ask that you respect and support our colleagues during this difficult transition, we value and appreciate their contributions and they will be missed.
Please note that the leadership team and I are very committed to ensuring that all affected associates are supported. I also realize that even those not directly impacted are touched by such change. Please contact me, or any member of my leadership team, if we can support you in any way.
At our upcoming Tech Talk meeting on August 19th, we’ll answer your questions and also talk about the work and priorities over the coming months. We have a full tech agenda ahead of us, in which our associates play a key role as we transform our technical environment and enable Staples growth.
Thank you for your support.
Regards,
Tom Conophy
EVP & Chief Information Officer
Staples