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Jun 2023
37m 13s

Volvo Cars retools its talent strategy f...

HARVARD BUSINESS SCHOOL
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The shift to electric vehicle production means revamping jobs throughout the organization. Chief People Officer Hanna Fager explains the process, from lining up skills to maintaining an inclusive corporate culture. 
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