Merkle pools data and tech teams for 700-strong unit
Merkle is creating a 700-strong team of data scientists, engineers, analysts and strategists for the EMEA region, in an effort…
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M&S hires Group M chief as first head of data science
Marks & Spencer has switched agency-side to find its first ever head of data science – following a search which…
Brawn vs brain? Data geeks try to win Rugby World Cup
Big brands might be preparing for a scrum down over who can triumph at the Rugby World Cup in Japan,…
DunnHumby launches tech lab to fuel retail innovation
DunnHumby, the Tesco-owned data science business which has been one of the pioneers of data-driven marketing in the retail industry,…
M&S hires ex-Clubcard chief for Sparks card revival
Marks & Spencer is aiming to inject new life into its Sparks loyalty scheme by recruiting former Tesco Clubcard director…
Skills shortage triggers retail bonus for data experts
Retail brands’ quest to build in-house data teams is being hampered by a dearth of suitable candidates in the market,…
Data geeks miss out on sporting glory…but only just
After a weekend of nail-biting sports finals, in which England won the Cricket World Cup and Novak Jokavic beat Roger…
Data geeks serve up this year’s Wimbledon champion
Tennis fans might want to look away now, although those who like a flutter might wish to pay close attention as…
Jaywing appoints duo as agency builds on new biz wins
Jaywing has made a double appointment as part of plans to strengthen its senior client service and creative teams on…
Digitas hires ex-Ogilvy chief for top data analytics role
Publicis owned Digitas UK has appointed former Ogilvy head of data analytics Leila Seith Hassan to head up the agency’s data…