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Title: Another British computer firm for the chop?
Post by: Noreen on May 09, 2008, 18:59:12
http://www.rockdirect.com/
Title: Re: Another British computer firm for the chop?
Post by: Rik on May 09, 2008, 19:05:41
Looks that way, Noreen. It feels very much like the Evesham saga all over again. I wonder if companies are just too greedy in this country?
Title: Re: Another British computer firm for the chop?
Post by: Noreen on May 09, 2008, 19:07:56
Well, I'm keeping my fingers crossed for Hi-Grade. :fingers:
Title: Re: Another British computer firm for the chop?
Post by: Lance on May 09, 2008, 20:17:37
/me is listening to Queen - Another one bites the dust.
Title: Re: Another British computer firm for the chop?
Post by: Simon on May 09, 2008, 21:27:00
Quote from: Lance on May 09, 2008, 20:17:37
/me is listening to Queen - Another one bites the dust.

I would have said Hammer To Fall might also be appropriate.  ;)
Title: Re: Another British computer firm for the chop?
Post by: Baz on May 09, 2008, 21:30:58
We Will Rock You   ;)


......a result of stock misappropriation by a former employee......... :no: :no:
Title: Re: Another British computer firm for the chop?
Post by: Sebby on May 09, 2008, 23:07:52
Shame, but almost to be expected these days. :(
Title: Re: Another British computer firm for the chop?
Post by: Noreen on May 22, 2008, 12:05:02
Looks as though they may be saved but going into the public sector. http://www.rockdirect.com/viewNews.php?NEWSID=111
Title: Re: Another British computer firm for the chop?
Post by: Rik on May 22, 2008, 12:08:00
It always puzzles me why people who have failed to run a company successfully are then offered a seat on the board of the acquiring company.  ???
Title: Re: Another British computer firm for the chop?
Post by: madasahatter on May 22, 2008, 12:11:02
Quote from: Rik on May 22, 2008, 12:08:00
It always puzzles me why people who have failed to run a company successfully are then offered a seat on the board of the acquiring company.  ???

It does seem to defy logic somewhat  ;)
Title: Re: Another British computer firm for the chop?
Post by: Noreen on May 22, 2008, 12:11:06
Part of the bargain I suppose and maybe they have too much inside knowledge to be let loose. ;D
Title: Re: Another British computer firm for the chop?
Post by: Rik on May 22, 2008, 12:15:35
I've seen horse-trading of that type, Noreen, usually based on the sales book. :(