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RDM makes sales changes

Richard Raper (left) and Richard Scott will spearhead RDM UK and European sales

UK: Refrigeration controls manufacturer Resource Data Management (RDM) has announced a number of sales management changes to further advance opportunities across Europe.

Key accounts director, Richard Raper, will continue to oversee Marks & Spencer and Asda key accounts, and will also take on the role of head of sales EMEA. The changes follow the announcement that Bob Arthur of Bolyn, who has been working as a support consultant, will retire at the end of 2017.

Richard Scott, formerly of Andrews Sykes, Daikin Industries and LG Electronics takes on the role of UK sales manager for retail and refrigeration.

RDM says it anticipates that increased market share will strengthen the group and allow ongoing investment in global expansion and research and development.

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