Analysts are sceptical at supermarket chain Safeway' s new initiative in its bid to revitalise operations. The creation of the "director of culture" post has been criticised as "gimmicky," but executives at the company defend the post as essential to transform the business' mindset and monitor other internal changes.
UK: Safeway creates director of culture to revitalise its operations
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