On November 14, Jeff Williams, who previously served as Apple's Chief Operating Officer, embarked on his well - deserved retirement journey. Back in July of this year, Williams relinquished his role as COO, with Sabih Khan stepping in to take the reins.

Following his departure from the COO position, Williams remained an integral part of the Apple family. He reported directly to CEO Tim Cook and took charge of matters concerning the design team. This arrangement continued until he officially retired. In the business world, especially in a tech giant like Apple, such a transition is not uncommon. High - level executives often stay on in advisory or specialized roles after stepping down from key operational positions to ensure a smooth handover and to continue contributing their expertise. Jeff Williams' case reflects this common practice in the corporate landscape, where experience and institutional knowledge are highly valued.