Regional Insights
Podcast Description
Welcome to "Regional Insights," a Roland Berger podcast. In this series we explore perspectives on key business trends, challenges, and opportunities from regions around the world. Our local market specialists provide in-depth analysis, exploring how global developments play out at a regional level and what that means for businesses operating there.
What are the economic and regulatory shifts shaping different markets? How do industries adapt to local dynamics? And where are the biggest opportunities for growth? Join us as we break down the latest insights and strategic implications from across the globe.
Podcast Insights
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The podcast focuses on key business trends, challenges, and opportunities across various regions, with episodes exploring topics such as sustainability in business strategy and the hydrogen economy, providing insights into economic shifts and industry adaptations.

Welcome to “Regional Insights,” a Roland Berger podcast. In this series we explore perspectives on key business trends, challenges, and opportunities from regions around the world. Our local market specialists provide in-depth analysis, exploring how global developments play out at a regional level and what that means for businesses operating there.
What are the economic and regulatory shifts shaping different markets? How do industries adapt to local dynamics? And where are the biggest opportunities for growth? Join us as we break down the latest insights and strategic implications from across the globe.
The global automotive industry is entering one of its most complex eras. In this episode of Sustainability as Strategy, Brandon Boyle, Senior Partner and North American Automotive Practice Lead at Roland Berger, unpacks the forces reshaping the sector. From the rise of three distinct ecosystems—China, Europe, and the U.S.—to the breakdown of traditional economies of scale, Brandon explains why OEMs and suppliers must rethink their strategies.
We explore critical topics such as supply chain transparency, reshoring trends, and the role of AI and automation in mitigating labor challenges. Plus, hear Brandon’s candid advice for navigating the next 12–18 months in an industry that has collectively destroyed 3% of value per year. If you want to understand how to build resilience and profitability in a world where the only certainty is uncertainty, this episode is a must-listen.

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