Bridging the mindset gap: leadership evolution Perhaps the biggest barrier to supply chain transformation is not technology, but mindset. Kevin reflects on his evolution as a leader, admitting that he once viewed business strategy and technology strategy as two separate entities.
“ I used to have this belief that business strategy and tech strategy were two different things... As the world has evolved and as technology’ s evolved, leadership is really requiring one to have a deep sense of both.”
The challenge is to simultaneously maintain a deep connection to the legacy“ Toyota Way” while approaching problems with a blank sheet of paper. By shifting from a“ know-it-all” culture to a“ learn-it-all” culture, TMNA is fostering a growth mindset across its 6,500-strong headquarters.
The forward-looking roadmap: 12 – 24 months As TMNA looks toward the next two years, the focus remains on scaling the capabilities built in the planning arena across the rest of the value chain. This includes further integration into service parts, quality management and the dealer network. toyota. com 25