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- The change in economic cycle is challenging,

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but it's also an opportunity.

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It's a good time to take a step back

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and look at the resource allocation

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and the operational and capital efficiency

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across the entire organization.

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When the market is good,
complexity often creeps in,

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because we can afford it.

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And complexity can arise
in many different areas.

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For example, in the product portfolio,

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which, in turn, drives complexity

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in the entire supply chain.

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We also often find
organizational complexity,

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such as too many layers and
micromanagement of teams.

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This is why it's so vital
for companies to focus,

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not only on operational
efficiency and resilience,

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but also on simplification.

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In doing so, companies
can improve productivity

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and free up funds for new
strategic opportunities.

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The results will be a faster, a leaner,

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and a fully focused organization

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focused on what truly delivers value to
customers and consumers.