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Ralph Hulseman's InnoVenture 2008 Presentation

Ralph Hulseman's InnoVenture 2007 Presentation

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Talent

• Attracting, retaining and developing the full potential of a diverse, culturally aware, workforce
• Relishing the diversity of the marketplace
• Growing a diverse network of business partners
• Building smart, innovative, talented leaders

Strategic Partners

• Research and Innovation
• Suppliers of Products and Services
• Providers of Complementary Products and Services

Complementary Products and Services

• Catia 5 CAD System module support business
• Michelin has converted several thousand engineers world-wide to use the Catia 5 CAD System
• Custom modules are being developed at universities and companies to provide enhancements.
• Michelin is interested in finding a partner to provide:
  • Advanced programming support
  • Commercial support including upgrades and programming enhancements
  • External licensing (while respecting proprietary requirements)
  • French and English language support
  • Advanced training support world-wide

• X-One Wide Based Single Tire:
• Products and services to promote use of X-One tires:
• Hubs, axles, springs
• Vehicle re-design

Research and Innovation

• Michelin TWEEL
• Advanced materials for shear band and spokes
• High speed, low cost  manufacturing processes
• Advanced vehicle designs
• Vehicle dynamics models
• Complementary products  and services
• Business models and commercialization assistance