TY  - JOUR
AB  - Purpose– British Telecom (BT) has achieved a classic turnaround that involved divestment and efficiency drives. This interview with Sir Mike Rake, Chairman of BT, sheds light on BT's past development and future growth.Design/methodology/approach– The paper takes the form of an interview with Sir Mike Rake, Chairman of BT.Findings– The interview outlines a number of important factors in running a resilient and effective global company such as culture and common values, leadership at board and executive levels, remuneration transparency, skills, technology, and corporate governance.Originality/value– The paper provides insight into the strategic journey of BT.
VL  - 2
IS  - 3
SN  - 1755-425X
DO  - 10.1108/17554250910982516
UR  - https://doi.org/10.1108/17554250910982516
AU  - O'Regan Nicholas
AU  - Ghobadian Abby
PY  - 2009
Y1  - 2009/01/01
TI  - Interview with Sir Mike Rake, Chairman of BT
T2  - Journal of Strategy and Management
PB  - Emerald Group Publishing Limited
SP  - 288
EP  - 295
Y2  - 2024/05/14
ER  -