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By Vinod K Dasari
I found this business novel to be an engaging read for two reasons. Firstly, I could easily relate to the setting of the story, i.e. the automotive industry. The authors present issues and facets of an auto components company in a way that leaves you feeling as if they were present in some of your meetings. Secondly, the style of storytelling is such that the reader is led step by step—through a series of disagreements, missteps, unexpected inspirations, and lightbulb moments—towards the logic of the solution for some of the chronic issues faced by the auto companies.
However, I should also mention that while the logic is compelling and simple, and the benefits to be reaped bountiful, the implementation is challenging. That said, the book offers an insight into the functioning of auto companies, and is a must-read for anyone aiming for operational excellence in the auto industry.
What’s more, the narrative of the book can also be enjoyed by a manager in the sales, distribution, or production departments of most businesses, as neither the problems, nor the solutions are necessarily unique to the automotive industry. They are bound to be present in almost every organization that sells their products through channel partners
Vinod K. Dasari
Vinod K. Dasari has served as the CEO of Royal Enfield, Managing Director and CEO at Ashok Leyland, Joint Managing Director at Cummins India and President (Rail) at the Timken Company. He has completed his MBA from the Kellogg School of Management.
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