Apple has introduced a coming transition to its senior management staff. Chief Working Officer Jeff Williams will retire late this 12 months.
His duties as COO will transition later this month to Sabih Khan, who’s at present senior vice chairman of Operations. Khan has been with Apple since 1995, becoming a member of the corporate three years earlier than Williams.
When Jony Ive left Apple in 2019, the design staff transitioned to report on to Williams. It should proceed to take action—as will the Apple Watch and Well being groups he oversees—till he retires later this 12 months. After that, the design staff will report on to CEO Tim Cook dinner.
Within the announcement, Cook dinner mentioned of Williams:
Jeff and I’ve labored alongside one another for so long as I can keep in mind, and Apple wouldn’t be what it’s with out him. He’s helped to create one of the crucial revered world provide chains on the earth; launched Apple Watch and overseen its improvement; architected Apple’s well being technique; and led our world class staff of designers with nice knowledge, coronary heart, and dedication. I’m and can at all times be past grateful for his quite a few contributions to Apple through the years and his loyal friendship. Jeff’s true legacy could be seen within the superb staff he’s created and, whereas he’ll be drastically missed, he leaves the work of the long run in unbelievable arms.
Tim Cook dinner
As for his retirement, Williams mentioned he intends to “spend extra time with family and friends, together with 5 grandchildren and counting.”