Leadership during a downturn and flexibility for the future: Interview with Scott McGregor, CEO of Philips Semiconductors

Abstract

Scott McGregor is President and CEO of Philips Semiconductors, one of the five divisions of Royal Philips Electronics. Philips Semiconductors, based in Eindhoven, The Netherlands, has over 34,000 employees in more than 50 countries. With sales of around €4.6 billion in 2002, Philips Semiconductors is one of the world’s top ten semiconductor suppliers. The division is focused on becoming the leading provider of semiconductor‐based solutions for connected consumer applications. Additionally, it is a volume manufacturer of semiconductors for multi‐market products. In this interview, Mr. McGregor discusses the need for leaders to practice transparent communication, develop their flexibility and take an informed approach to outsourcing.

Citation

McGregor, S. (2004), "Leadership during a downturn and flexibility for the future: Interview with Scott McGregor, CEO of Philips Semiconductors", Strategic Direction, Vol. 20 No. 5, pp. 4-6. https://doi.org/10.1108/02580540410532641