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Today we celebrate #InternationalVolunteerDay and the incredible RS colleagues who have used their two volunteering days this year to make a difference around the world. Every photo in this collage represents time given, skills shared, and lives touched. ❤️ To everyone who has volunteered this year, thank you for #DoingTheRightThing and demonstrating our values in action. Your commitment is inspiring! Drop your own volunteering photos and stories in the comments! #InternationalVolunteerDay #RSLife #OurPeople #LifeAtRS #ESG #WeDoTheRightThing #Volunteering

Efficiency Meets Festivities 🎅 Yesterday, we had the pleasure of hosting one of our customers at our Corby site to explore how RS solutions can help transform their operations. Our conversation focused on reducing downtime and freeing up engineers to focus on the work that truly adds value—rather than spending hours sourcing parts and managing stores. And just when we thought the day couldn’t get any better, Santa popped in to learn how RS can help make the elves more efficient this Christmas! Judging by that big smile, the message was loud and clear: RS delivers efficiency with a festive twist!

Last month, RS Italia, together with UER - Università Europea di Roma and ADACI - Associazione Italiana Acquisti e Supply Management, presented the fourth edition of their MRO research, exploring how Italian companies manage indirect procurement, from maintenance to daily operational tools. This year introduces a new focus on Artificial Intelligence, with 20% of companies already seeing AI as a key lever for smarter inventory, demand forecasting and supplier evaluation. The report highlights current practices, challenges and the opportunities shaping the future of strategic, innovative procurement. Unlock the full research in the comments. #WeAreRS #RSItalia #MRO #Procurement #AI

Join Annie Begg, our Process & Business Improvement Business Partner, as she shares a glimpse into her day working remotely in Finance Transformation. From breakfast with the dogs and school drop-offs to fitting in emails and catching a rainbow along the way, her day starts bright. 🌈 She then dives into training, Employee Resource Group networking, and Finance BPML discussions before heading out on her refreshing lunchtime dog walk. The afternoon is all about Communities of Practice, collaborating, sharing, and supporting others. 🐾 After work, it’s straight to dog training with her son... a joyful end to a full and varied day. ❤️ ➡️ Explore career opportunities at RS: https://weare.rs/3XnjUIV ⬅️ #WeAreRS #OurPeople #ADayInTheLife #LifeAtRS

At our recent EMEA Supplier Awards, we recognised the partners who’ve played a pivotal role in shaping our success. One award captured the essence of strategic collaboration and shared ambition, the EMEA Growth Leader Award. This recognition was awarded to KNIPEX, who have delivered exceptional growth over the past 12 to 18 months. From aligning seamlessly with our go-to-market strategy to driving strategic change, their dedication to service, support, and engagement has been unwavering. Their local market teams have fully embraced our framework, demonstrating the kind of behaviours and alignment that strengthen partnerships and accelerate performance. KNIPEX has also invested meaningfully in our business, supporting growth through a full line card, impactful marketing initiatives, and enhanced supply chain capabilities. Looking ahead the opportunity is significant, and we’re excited to continue building on this success together. Kevin Shield, VP Category Management F&M said: “KNIPEX has shown what true partnership looks like; strategic, agile, and deeply committed to shared success. Their ability to move quickly and collaborate across markets has made a real impact on our growth journey.” #PartnersOfRS #EMEASupplierAwards #WeAreRS

RS Eastern Europe recently came together in Wrocław for a series of hands-on workshops delivered in partnership with Phoenix Contact. From control cabinet prefabrication and power reliability to PCB connector innovation, our teams had the chance to deepen their technical expertise and explore the technologies shaping smarter, safer automation solutions. This event showcased what’s possible when RS and Phoenix Contact work side-by-side as one team, sharing knowledge, strengthening collaboration, and empowering our people to deliver even greater value to customers across Eastern Europe. #WeAreRS #ThePowerOfPartnership #PhoenixContact #RSEasternEurope #OneTeam

Wherever you are, our experts are here to support you. 🌍 Our global strength comes from the experts behind the solutions: ✅ Expert engineers ready to solve your problems ✅ Dedicated account managers at your side ✅ Experienced safety professionals you can trust ✅ Procurement and supply chain leaders across our global network #WeAreRS #OneTeam #OurPeople #CustomerSupport #GlobalExperts #TechnicalSupport

Emily Balcombe is an ESG Manager – Reporting & Engagement at RS, where she’s been making an impact for 14 months. From shaping how we share progress to sparking conversation around sustainability, Emily is passionate about creating accountability that inspires action. We caught up with her to learn how she brings #DoTheRightThing to life every day, through data, dialogue, and doing what matters. Q1. What’s a snapshot of a normal day for you at RS? EB: "Outside of our annual reporting season, I’m tailoring our ESG communications to a range of audiences and adapting our reporting approach to make sure we’re compliant with sustainability regulations. Every day is different, but I spend a lot of time with Excel and PowerPoint!" Q2. What keeps you motivated and engaged at RS? EB: "There’s a tremendous amount of trust and respect which allows people to showcase their skills and develop new ones. It’s the kind of culture where who people are matters as much as what they do." Q3. What’s one experience at RS that’s really stayed with you? EB: "Last year, the ESG team spent an afternoon volunteering for Cook for Good, a fantastic non-profit that runs a community pantry local to the London office. We spent a few hours cooking up a Spanish feast in their industrial kitchen (it was much calmer than The Bear, I promise!) – the majority of the meals were distributed to those in need, but a small amount was reserved for an absolutely delicious meal to celebrate our hard work. It was the tastiest team building exercise I’ve ever done, made all the sweeter by the impact we had on the local community!" #WeAreRS #LifeAtRS #RSLife #OurPeople #WeDoTheRightThing #ESG

⏰ Today is the final day to enter! The RS and Wurth Elektronik competition closes tonight, with three Lighting Development Kits available to support advanced engineering, prototyping and optoelectronic development. To take part, simply purchase any qualifying Würth Elektronik product (£1 minimum) and submit your receipt before the end of today. ➡️ Link in comments. #RSGroup #RSElectronics #WurthElektronik #EngineeringExcellence #InnovationInEngineeri

Last week, we welcomed SolarAid’s Lyndsay Dixon, Richard Turner and Brave Mhonie to our Corby site. After spending the day with our Corporate Services Leadership Team, we wrapped up with a tour of the Corby Distribution Centre, and the conversations that followed were truly inspiring. Brave’s stories about the impact of SolarAid’s work in Malawi and Zambia really touched the team. As James Tucker shared, “Hearing Brave speak so openly about the change SolarAid is creating reminded us exactly why this partnership matters.” #WeAreRS #SocialImpactPartners #SolarAid #MakingAmazingHappen #ForBrighterWorld