Herbert Diess
"We are not a start-up, we have structures and processes that have grown over decades. Many of them crusted and complicated. And above all, we have a wide variety of interests and political agendas within the Group." ...
"We are not a start-up, we have structures and processes that have grown over decades. Many of them crusted and complicated. And above all, we have a wide variety of interests and political agendas within the Group." ...
... "These make the already large project even more costly and complex. But resistance should spur us on and provide additional motivation."
... "This also means that we have to readjust our VW strategy in order to keep up with new competitors like Tesla. (...) Under "Mission T" 31 top executives from Volkswagen Audi and Porsche were included. The question was how we can catch up with Tesla - " ...
... "a company that focuses exclusively on the future without a traditional car business. And this from an ecosystem (west coast of the USA) that is characterized by software capabilities, technology focus and risk culture."
"I have adapted my management style for Wolfsburg
When I took office in Wolfsburg, I firmly resolved to change the VW system. This means: to break up old, encrusted structures and to make the company more agile and modern. " ...
When I took office in Wolfsburg, I firmly resolved to change the VW system. This means: to break up old, encrusted structures and to make the company more agile and modern. " ...
.. "Together with many companions with the same level of motivation, I succeeded in doing this in many places, but not in some, especially not yet at our corporate headquarters in Wolfsburg."
... "With my occasionally confrontational manner - which addresses and addresses grievances and the need for action in a very concrete way - I have changed a lot in my professional career so far and achieved good results." ...
... "In some cases, they have been essential for the respective companies, including Volkswagen. After 5 years at VW, I have of course also questioned my management style and have now adapted it for Wolfsburg."
A second article full of confession, justification, and attempt to gain support in Wolfsburg.
No, CEO would publish such an article if he is not fighting for his job.
I wish him success.
Without Diess VW is lost.
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No, CEO would publish such an article if he is not fighting for his job.
I wish him success.
Without Diess VW is lost.
linkedin.com/pulse/so-wande…
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