In this episode, we dissect the three distinct electric vehicle (EV) business models of industry giants BYD, Xiaomi, and Tesla. We analyze how each company leverages its strengths to innovate and compete in the rapidly evolving EV market. Join us for a deep dive into the tech strategies that drive these companies forward.
In this episode, we dissect the three distinct electric vehicle (EV) business models of industry giants BYD, Xiaomi, and Tesla. We analyze how each company leverages its strengths to innovate and compete in the rapidly evolving EV market. Join us for a deep dive into the tech strategies that drive these companies forward.
Digital strategy consultant Jeff Towson details the distinct electric vehicle (EV) business models employed by BYD, Xiaomi, and Tesla.
Explore how each company leverages its unique digital strategies to navigate the competitive landscape.
Gain insights into the future of EVs and the innovation strategies for these players in the rapidly evolving market.
In Part 1, I teed up a couple of related digital concepts: Personalization. A good example of this is Shein. They are taking personalization further up the supply chain to product development. This, in theory, can become the “market of one”. Economies of Scope (vs. Scale). Good examples here are Unilever and Sony. Improving the […]
In this insightful piece, Jeff Towson explores what Xiaomi, despite its strong management team and innovative approach, can learn from the strategies employed by Apple and Amazon. He underscores the importance of a clear, effective strategy, something he believes these two tech giants excel at. Furthermore, he brings attention to the vital role that artificial intelligence (AI) plays as a strategic tool in today’s digital business landscape.
In this insightful piece, Jeff Towson explores what Xiaomi, despite its strong management team and innovative approach, can learn from the strategies employed by Apple and Amazon. He underscores the importance of a clear, effective strategy, something he believes these two tech giants excel at. Furthermore, he brings attention to the vital role that artificial intelligence (AI) plays as a strategic tool in today’s digital business landscape.
Xiaomi is an important company. And it has really important strategy lessons. I think there are 5. But the big question that cuts across all of them is: Can the company’s operational excellence compensate for its weak business model? Here’s my take. Lesson 1: Xiaomi’s Foundational Asset Was World Class Tech Management. From its founding […]
Xiaomi and Meitu are two Chinese companies that are trying to build platforms / ecosystems. Xiaomi has been more successful so far, but Meitu has a number of advantages that could help it catch up. It will be interesting to see who emerges as the winner in this race.
In this podcast episode, Jeffrey Towson discusses four options for how Huawei can respond to the US tech ban on its smartphone business. These options include fixing the supply chain, becoming a digital platform, ignoring Europe, and trying to build an anti-US alliance for smartphone operating systems. Towson argues that Huawei’s best option is to become a digital platform, as this would allow it to continue to innovate and grow its business even in the face of the US tech ban.