Provider of assortment planning and optimisation solutions to the apparel, footwear and accessories sectors 7thOnline has named Dr Saman Hong as vice president Analytics and Optimisation Solutions. He has worked with 7thOnline on a consulting basis over the past year, and will join the company full-time in this new role.

With over 30 years experience in retail technology and operations analysis he will be responsible for the expansion of the company’s optimisation suite.