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Transforming IT into a powerhouse! Peter Cabello Holmberg, Chief Digital Officer at Fiskars Group, and his team, in collaboration with Thomas Wenstrøm and team from BCG, have revolutionized Fiskars Group’s IT department, shifting from mere order-takers to digital thought leaders. Their tireless efforts have brought incredible results: - Cut IT costs by over 25% - Boosted online sales by 15-20% - Increased profits for selected brands by 2-3% through smart - Reduced employee turnover to just 6% From the basement to the boardroom, Fiskars Group IT is now driving change and creating value. #DigitalTransformation

⚽🎵 "It's coming home, it's coming home (?)" ⚽🎵 But is BYD also coming home ? 🚀 Exciting times ahead for BYD (Build Your Dreams) as they took bold steps towards international expansion! 🌍 BYD is not only making waves in the automotive industry but also setting a strong presence on the global stage by sponsoring two major sporting events: Euro 2024 and Copa America 2024. 🏆 This strategic move, with sponsorships costing millions, raises key questions: How will these investments impact BYD's brand metrics and KPIs? Will markets in Europe and America become more receptive to this new manufacturer? According to a study we (The BVA Family) conducted at the end of 2023, overall brand awareness of BYD was relatively low in key European markets: - 26% in France - 49% in Germany - 33% in the UK The study highlighted two key issues for new Asian entrants to the European market: Brand Recognition: Little was known about the brands and their models. Perception as Outsiders: They were seen as threats to traditional manufacturers. This was addressed in the US when they recently announced a 100% tax on Chinese manufacturers and a similar rhetoric exists in Europe. Initial results are promising: AutoTraderSA reported a 69% week-on-week increase in views of BYD models on its UK website during the first weekend of the Euro 2024, highlighting the potential impact of such sponsorships. But let's see if BYD’s sponsorship of these major events helps overcome these challenges and changes public perception. Will the brand be better recognised and accepted in Europe and America post-tournaments? This could be a game-changer! Stay tuned - and as always get in touch if you want to know more. #BYD #InternationalExpansion #Euro2024 #CopaAmerica2024 #BrandMetrics #Innovation #AutomotiveIndustry #MarketingStrategy

🌍 Breaking New Ground: Honda’s Disruptive Strategy & Lessons for Keerai Kadai 🌿🏍️ In the world of strategy, one name stands out: Clayton Christensen and his concept of Disruptive Innovation. While exploring Harvard's Disruptive Strategy Case Studies, I came across Honda's incredible journey of introducing their bikes in Africa—a masterclass in adapting to untapped markets. 🚀 Honda’s success wasn’t just about selling bikes; it was about rethinking mobility and reshaping how Africa moved. Here’s what they did right: 1️⃣ Understanding Local Needs: Honda didn’t impose a global strategy. Instead, they listened—understanding Africa’s unique challenges, from rough terrains to affordability constraints. 2️⃣ Adapting Products: They introduced durable, cost-effective bikes suited for the African landscape. These weren’t high-end models but solutions that created value for everyday users. 3️⃣ Building Trust Locally: Honda’s partnerships with local communities and leaders turned them into a trusted brand, not just a foreign company. This story resonated deeply with me, especially as we scale Keerai Kadai Ventures into newer markets. At Keerai Kadai, we are working on the same principle: ✅ Listening to our customers' needs—offering innovative products like Dip Soups and Herbal Teas that make healthy living easy and accessible. ✅ Adapting our solutions—crafting value-packed products like our Moringa and Ashwagandha soups, designed to cater to the nutritional needs of busy families and corporate teams. ✅ Building trust—fostering direct relationships with 1500+ farmers to ensure quality and sustainability. Just as Honda focused on mobility, we’re focused on redefining wellness. Honda’s case study isn’t just an inspiring story; it’s a validation of what we’re doing at Keerai Kadai—disrupting traditional food and wellness markets by staying customer-centric and innovative. 🌟 What strategies have you applied to understand your market better or disrupt your industry? Let’s discuss in the comments below! ⬇️ #Leadership #DisruptiveStrategy #KeeraiKadai #Innovation #CustomerCentric #HarvardCaseStudy Padmini Sekar Mohan LKN Manju Riya Palanisamy Hussain Ahmed - Cheran Academy RG Nawin Krishna Sivakumar Palanisamy Dharaneetharan G D Dr Annabel DSouza Sekar Clement D

💡𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐚𝐬 𝐅𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 In the world of startups, speed isn’t just an advantage—it’s survival. Over the past few months, I’ve learned that fast iterations are the cornerstone of progress. Whether it's refining our product, testing a new feature, or rethinking our go-to-market strategy, moving quickly has been a game changer. Here is a video from Yonex innovation center depicting how they celebrate every mistake and improve upon it. Their rackets at the same price point today does feel lighter and better than when I used to play in school. No wonder Yonex to badminton what Nike is to basketball/football, they have transcend their role as mere manufacturers and have become symbols of excellence in their sport.

🌟 Proud to Share Our Story 🌟 We’re excited to share that Takaya Corporation has been featured in an insightful article by Newsweek International. This piece highlights our journey of innovation, leadership, and dedication to quality in the semiconductor industry. 🔹 Market Leadership: With our flagship product, the Flying Probe Tester, we’ve achieved remarkable global market share by offering unparalleled precision and efficiency. 🔹 Global Expansion: From Japan to the Americas, Europe, and Asia, our team is driving the next wave of innovation in industries like semiconductors and automotive technology. 🔹 Sustainability Commitment: We prioritize environmental responsibility, improving energy efficiency in production and minimizing the ecological impact of our products. 🔹 Visionary Leadership: At Takaya, we foster a culture that embraces challenges and invests in the future, earning trust from employees, customers, and the industry at large. This feature is not just a testament to Takaya’s accomplishments but also a glimpse into our vision for a sustainable, innovative future. 📖 Read the full article here: Takaya Corporation Newsweek Feature https://lnkd.in/gZpHW79N #Innovation #Leadership #SemiconductorIndustry #GlobalExpansion #Sustainability #TakayaCorporation #TAKAYA

🔦 🎙After 27 years of leadership in the audiovisual sector, #Europalco 🇵🇹 announces a new phase of expansion and innovation with its transformation into a group of companies: 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺. This strategic move aims to consolidate Europalco as the central brand of a dynamic and energetic ecosystem, with new companies strengthening its portfolio: ✅New Audiovisuais; ✅Rise; ✅Av Tech. With these partnerships, Europalco enters a new era, marked by synergies between entities that bring their own legacy and identity, but now operate in an integrated and systemic way. The Empowerment Ecosystem is not just a group of companies; it is a collaborative system that enhances talent and innovation, establishing itself as Portugal’s largest audiovisual ecosystem. 🚀 Know more https://lnkd.in/gr2HnpGh #Leadership #AudiovisualSector #CollaborativeSystem #Talent #Innovation #MadeInPortugal #BuyFromPortugal #InvestInPortugal #BusinessMatchMaking #PortugalOpenForBusiness #AICEP

Building a trusted brand is no easy feat—it demands a foundation of transparency, customer focus, and a commitment to excellence. Join us for an exclusive ExperEdge #AMA with Hanish Yadav Senior VP & Business Head at Spinny. In this session Hanish will share how he has been instrumental in establishing Spinny as one of India’s most trusted automotive brands. With a rich background at McKinsey & Company and hands-on experience in transformative projects for the Government of India, he brings deep expertise in the automotive and logistics sectors across India, Africa, the Middle East, and Australia. At Spinny, he leads the charge in creating a seamless, customer-first car-buying experience. 📅 When: 16th Nov 2024 (Saturday) ⏰ Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM 📍 Where: Virtual (Teams) Key Takeaways: ✨Strategies for building brand trust and transparency ✨Transforming customer experience in high-friction industries ✨Leadership's role in driving growth and innovation Register Now 👉 https://lnkd.in/gMuATW89 Don't miss out—reserve your FREE spot NOW! Anand Saxena | Harsh Singh | Shubhangi Upadhyay | Vasundhara Sobti | Silky Verma [ Brand building, trust establishment, customer focus, excellence commitment, automotive industry, leadership strategies, customer experience transformation, high-friction industries, growth driving, innovation leadership, Spinny success story, expertise ] #BrandBuilding #CustomerFirst #AutomotiveIndustry #LeadershipStrategies #CustomerExperience #Growth #InnovationLeadership #SuccessStory #AMA #ExperEdge #BrandTrust #CustomerCentricity #LeadershipLessons #AutomotiveInnovation #BusinessGrowth #DigitalTransformation

We’re less than a week away from #aim10x Tokyo! 🗼 Our immersive event for leaders in enterprise #planning and #decisionmaking is back in Japan on Oct 8th. Great sessions on the agenda by executives at AB InBev, Marubeni, Marelli, Fujitsu, and more. Very much looking forward to the industry insights and opportunities for #connection ahead! 👏 Only a few spots left! Request to join now: https://okt.to/6u7beV #digitaltransformation #supplychain

We’re less than a week away from #aim10x Tokyo! 🗼 Our immersive event for leaders in enterprise #planning and #decisionmaking is back in Japan on Oct 8th. Great sessions on the agenda by executives at AB InBev, Marubeni, Marelli, Fujitsu, and more. Very much looking forward to the industry insights and opportunities for #connection ahead! 👏 Only a few spots left! Request to join now: https://okt.to/y2dCct #digitaltransformation #supplychain

Mercedes-Benz USA's Success Case in Portugal How Mercedes-Benz.io built the Digital Delivery Hub in Lisbon 🚘 Background: In 2017, Mercedes-Benz.io, the digital unit of the Daimler AG group, chose Lisbon to set up its new digital delivery hub. This hub focuses on digital services and solutions for the automotive industry Success Factors: 🚘 Strategic Location Lisbon's strategic location, well-connected to major European cities, made it an ideal spot for the digital hub 🚘 Skilled Workforce Access to a skilled and multilingual workforce, particularly in IT and engineering, was crucial for Mercedes-Benz.io 🚘 Innovative Environment Lisbon's vibrant startup ecosystem and innovative environment were key factors in the decision-making process. Impact: The hub played a significant role in Mercedes-Benz's digital transformation, developing cutting-edge digital services and solutions. Economic Growth: The establishment of the hub contributed to the local economy by creating jobs and fostering innovation in the tech and automotive sectors Read more success stories here #bridgeinportugalsuccess