Despite facing challenges, WPP's agencies continue to operate as usual. The company's media division and creative agencies, VML and Ogilvy, play crucial roles in driving profits.
A key development is VML's win of the Pizza Hut account, a significant deal for WPP. This comes at a time when major clients are consolidating their businesses.
When WPP is beset by storm clouds - with the occasional thunderstorm dumping its load - the only thing its agencies can do is get on with business.
The outcome of Cindy Rose's elevation to WPP CEO on WPP Media remains to be seen.
Author's summary: VML wins Pizza Hut account.