Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan Reshapes Leadership to Spark Innovation
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan, has begun overhauling the company’s leadership structure in a move to boost innovation and cut bureaucracy. Key chip divisions will now report directly to Tan, reflecting his hands-on approach to decision-making and technology development.
Streamlined Structure to Improve Focus
In a memo reviewed by Reuters, Tan revealed that Intel’s data centre and AI chip group, along with its personal-computer chip division, will now report directly to him. These groups were previously under the leadership of Michelle Johnston Holthaus, who remains CEO of Intel products. Her role will also expand to cover new responsibilities, with more details expected soon.
“I want to roll up my sleeves with the engineering and product teams so I can learn what’s needed to strengthen our solutions,” Tan stated. “As Michelle and I drive this work, we plan to evolve and expand her role.”
Tan took over as CEO last month and has signalled that reducing corporate complexity is a top priority.
Key Promotions and Leadership Shifts
Intel has promoted Sachin Katti, previously head of its networking chip unit, to serve as the company’s new chief technology officer and lead for artificial intelligence. Katti, who is also a professor at Stanford University, will replace Greg Lavender, who is retiring.
This is the first major executive shake-up under Tan, aligning with his vision for a flatter, more responsive organisation.
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan Cutting Bureaucracy to Boost Innovation
In his memo, Tan criticised what he described as excessive layers of management within Intel. He believes this has slowed decision-making and stifled innovation. “Organisational complexity and bureaucratic processes have been slowly suffocating the culture of innovation we need to win,” he wrote.
According to Tan, the goal is to reduce inefficiencies, eliminate silos, and give new ideas the space and support they need to grow.
This new direction marks a critical turning point for Intel as it looks to regain its competitive edge in the global semiconductor market.
with inputs from Reuters