Six Lessons for Businesses from Royal Mail’s Return to Profit
After three years of losses, Royal Mail has reported a return to profit under its new owner, Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky. Although the £12m profit (before redundancy costs) is relatively small compared to the £336m loss the previous year, it represents a significant turning point for a business that has been grappling with falling demand, increased costs, and reputational challenges. Royal Mail’s journey offers plenty of insight into what it takes for a business to adapt and progress in difficult trading conditions. Here are six takeaways. 1. Focus on Growth Opportunities Letter volumes continue to decline (down 4% in the [...]