Harley-Davidson Successfully Completes The Rewire and Announces Date to Reveal New 2021-2025 Strategic Plan, The Hardwire
“I am confident the substantial changes we made with The Rewire have set us up to successfully execute our strategic plan. We are now a leaner, more aligned organization, and we are making decisions faster,” said
As a result of The Rewire, the company:
- Reduced complexity and increased speed with a new operating model and organizational structure across every function to provide simplicity, agility and efficiency
- Reset its global business, resourcing and prioritizing the markets with the highest potential
- Expanded its business focus beyond motorcycles, with a strong commitment to newly established business units for Parts & Accessories and General Merchandise
- Streamlined its product portfolio and rebuilt its go-to-market efforts for maximum impact
- Enhanced and protected the value and desirability of its products by changing the approach to supply and inventory management with a focus on a powerful and profitable dealer network
- Executed Rewire actions expected to deliver ongoing gross cash savings of approximately
$115 million starting in 2021
Harley-Davidson will now execute The
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Additional Upcoming Key Dates
January 19, 2021 – Harley-Davidson will announce new 2021 motorcycles, parts and accessories, riding gear and apparel at its first virtual launch experience - H-D 21. To take part in the virtual launch, register now at www.H-D.com/21.February 22, 2021 - Harley-Davidson will reveal its all-new Pan America™ 1250 adventure touring motorcycle with a global digital event. Stay informed at www.H-D.com/PanAmerica.
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Source: Harley-Davidson, Inc.