Harman Automotive boss reveals secret to keeping pace with new rivals

Harman Christian Sobottka — "The classic value chains of OEM, Tier 1, Tier 2 have basically dissolved," Harman automotive boss Christian Sobottka said.

March 16, 2023 05:01 AM

Speeding up development of parts customers can see and commonalizing elements they can't is the key to staying ahead of tech disruptors in the world of infotainment while also reducing costs, Christian Sobottka, president of the automotive division of Harman International said.

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