In recent weeks, the board, in collaboration with the chairman of the supervisory board, has elaborated such a strategy. For the first time in the history of our company it is articulated in writing and in detail. Why? Because the past years have demonstrated how rapidly and unexpectedly the world, markets, technology, and our responsibilities may change. It is beneficial to have clearly and comprehensively summarized the framework within which we intend to operate as well as the outcomes we seek. Within this framework we have significant freedom to contribute our individual talents and abilities as a team.
We invite you to read our strategy, contemplate it, and engage in a discussion with us about it. It’s not just about the words on paper, but what we collectively make of them. We now recognize the path ahead of us: Let us set forth and keep moving!