Taking into consideration an example of General Motors, the role of women as powerful CEO’s can be very effectively highlighted. The ignition switch case has been by far the worst nightmare in GM’s history as another bankruptcy was pretty apparent but one name, Mary Barra, saved the company by taking the right steps at the right time. She had previously been serving as the Executive Vice President of global product development, purchasing and supply chain at GM; hence she understood where the company lacked. Founded in 1908, General Motors is one the largest automakers in the world, selling cars and trucks through the brand names: Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Holden, Cadillac, Autobaojun, Wuling and Jiefang. General Motors also offers services such as OnStar and Maven.
After the ignition switch case was studied, reports revealed that the major issue that led to such a big defect was culture problem. The right kind of culture is crucial for a business to survive and thrive in the global market and it acts as a driving force for smooth functioning of a company. Report of the ignition switch case appeared very much like a novel with so many characters …show more content…
Today the first female CEO of General Autos has had several sessions with the Congress, appeared in front of the Senate, went on live television and also handled the rage of the angry public just as professionally as any astute leader would. Even when GM’s reputation had started to go downhill, Mary Barra was able to build a name for herself and emerge out of the whole situation untainted by handling the issues professionally while remaining composed, humble and honest all along. What seemed like the ultimate adversity for General Motors was actually an opportunity for Mary to employ her exceptional leadership skills and raise the company to great heights again-- which might be called nothing less than a tour de
After the ignition switch case was studied, reports revealed that the major issue that led to such a big defect was culture problem. The right kind of culture is crucial for a business to survive and thrive in the global market and it acts as a driving force for smooth functioning of a company. Report of the ignition switch case appeared very much like a novel with so many characters …show more content…
Today the first female CEO of General Autos has had several sessions with the Congress, appeared in front of the Senate, went on live television and also handled the rage of the angry public just as professionally as any astute leader would. Even when GM’s reputation had started to go downhill, Mary Barra was able to build a name for herself and emerge out of the whole situation untainted by handling the issues professionally while remaining composed, humble and honest all along. What seemed like the ultimate adversity for General Motors was actually an opportunity for Mary to employ her exceptional leadership skills and raise the company to great heights again-- which might be called nothing less than a tour de