We asked several people to share their wisdom on today's business issues. We’ve encapsulated their thoughts in a series of short videos.
Watch the video clips for their insights.
Business leaders explore the impact of the downturn and how this has made companies re-evaluate their growth strategies.
Lars Weigl and Markus Heinen discuss the importance of emerging markets, innovation as a driver of growth and the need for flexibility and agility to be embedded within organizations.
Jay Nibbe discusses the ways in which companies are embedding flexibility and speed into their business functions, how they are beginning to refresh their risk strategies and how they are planning for future growth.
Johan Ekwall describes the way in which Nordea Bank had to adapt its strategies to balance risks and rewards during the downturn and the “new normal” for the banking sector.
Kees Luijben explains how scenario planning and a decentralized structure helped Hunter Douglas Europe retain its competitive position during the downturn and the growth opportunities sustainable new builds provide.
Professor Michael Mainelli considers the effects of globalization, discussing the need for developed economies to continue reforming to keep up with the pace of emerging markets.
Prakash Telang discusses how Tata Motors grew by acquisition during the downturn and how maintaining investment in innovation will help it create opportunities for long-term growth.