HSC “streamlining” will see up to 17 made redundant

Hugh Symons Communications (HSC) has entered into consultation with staff over potential redundancies as it streamlines the business for a tough distribution market.
HSC business manager Bob Sweetlove said: “It is a necessary move due to the state of the market. We are working within the confines of the business, unlike some of our competitors.”
Sweetlove stressed 17 losses was the “worst case scenario” and suggested staff could be found roles in parent company The Carphone Warehouse. He said redundancies would take place across departments.
A consultation with staff period began on May 20 and will end June 18.
Separately, HSC said the cuts were down to the efficiencies achieved by its online dealer portal yourhsc.com.
HSC said at its Unity seminar a fortnight ago, it would focus on a “mobile plus” strategy, enabling its dealer base to host solutions for mobile email applications and other internet-based products that have been traditionally offered by IT resellers.