Scania New Zealand has announced the creation of a new business transformation department which will help the heavy commercial brand plan and act sustainably in its day-to-day business operations.
Rob Covich will head-up the new department as business transformation director – moving from his previous role of performance director. Covich says he is excited to help drive Scania New Zealand to a new level of sustainability.
“This new department is all about supporting the business’ journey to transform and prepare for the sustainable future of our industry,” Covich says.
“Globally, Scania is moving into a transformation journey and adapting to the changing business landscape, and I am proud to be leading Scania New Zealand’s efforts towards this goal,” he says.
The new business transformation department is made up of four teams. The performance team is focused on driver services, fleet care and connected service. The driving the shift team is focused on the development of new vehicle platforms and technologies for introduction into the New Zealand market.
The digitalisation team says information development will continue to play an important role in creating efficiencies, not just in Scania New Zealand’s business but also in client businesses. It says Scania’s ongoing development of technology platforms and access to available data will be a critical element in helping customers maximise their business.
The network development team has an eye towards Scania’s continued growth and ability to introduce new technologies saying that it is important that the network can meet the challenges required to provide a customer experience that is second to none.
Scania New Zealand managing director Rafael Alvarenga says it is about the brand playing a part to achieve the goal of a more sustainable transport ecosystem that is better for business, society, and the environment.
