Liebherr LHM 420 - Manual (Page 35)

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Mastering Key Technologies
In view of the high quality that Liebherr demands of its
products, mastering key technologies internally and keep-
ing core competencies in-house has always been of great
importance to the company. Therefore, Liebherr develops
and produces crucial components, such as the entire
propulsion and control technology, themselves. Further
examples are hydraulic components, slip ring elements,
and diesel engines. Here, Group suppliers are measured
against the best and most efficient external providers.
Decentralized And International,
Based On Tradition
Operating efficiently in manageable, self-dependent
units and aiming strategically at emerging markets have
always formed part of the basic business principles. Thus,
Liebherr regularly invests substantially in further market-
ing and service companies as well as in new production
sites. Entering and expanding into new markets means
being locally available to assure the customer receives full
and lasting manufacturer support.
While maintaining the proven decentralized organizational
form, a divisional company structure, whose international
expansion is being carried forward, was implemented
globally.