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Ford CEO: How To Save Detroit

While the North American International Auto Show is being held in Detroit, the city has seen better days. Even though the Big 3 automakers are looking to make a large comeback this year, despite the poor economy, Detroit still suffers in the aftermath of their near-collapse. Ford CEO Alan Mulally, who has helped push his company through the dismal 2009 automotive year, offers some advice on how to revive Detroit.

While the North American International Auto Show is being held in Detroit, the city has seen better days. Even though the Big 3 automakers are looking to make a large comeback this year, despite the poor economy, Detroit still suffers in the aftermath of their near-collapse. Ford CEO Alan Mulally, who has helped push his company through the dismal 2009 automotive year, offers some advice on how to revive Detroit.

First step: streamline operations, downsize, and get together to figure out a true vision. The same could be said for any outfit in America, manufacturers included.

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