Apple COO Jeff Williams retiring after 27 years with tech giant

Core Viewpoint - Apple COO Jeff Williams is retiring after 27 years with the company, with Sabih Khan set to succeed him as part of a planned succession [1][4]. Group 1: Leadership Transition - Jeff Williams will continue to oversee Apple's design team, the Apple Watch, and the Health app until his official retirement later in the year [2]. - Williams has a background in engineering and technical leadership, having previously worked at GE Plastics before joining Apple [2]. - Tim Cook praised Williams for his contributions, including the creation of a respected global supply chain and the launch of the Apple Watch [3]. Group 2: Successor Profile - Sabih Khan has been with Apple for 30 years and has served as senior VP of operations since 2019 [4]. - Khan has played a significant role in advancing Apple's manufacturing technologies and expanding its manufacturing footprint in the U.S. [4]. - Under Khan's leadership, Apple has made strides in environmental sustainability, reducing its carbon footprint by over 60% [5].