It is with great concern and a heavy heart that we address the current state of the Connected Vehicle Cloud Platform (Model E) leadership and management. Once a beacon of innovation and a cornerstone of Ford's connectivity, this organization has fallen into a troubling abyss under the current leadership.
The current organization's Level 3 Leader (LL3) has proven to be grossly inefficient and ill-suited for the role. Since assuming leadership, the quality of work delivered by this organization has been on a steady decline. It is alarming that there appears to be no portfolio prioritization, no adaptability to changing circumstances, and an alarming lack of transparency regarding the future roadmap.
Perhaps the most egregious decision made by the LL3 is the elevation of individuals to Level 4 (LL4), Level 5 (LL5), and Level 6 (LL6) positions who have demonstrated nothing but inefficiency. This action only compounds the problems and inefficiencies in end-to-end project delivery. It has become painfully evident that the organization is drifting away from its technology-driven core, resembling more a sales department where those who speak the loudest and the most are rewarded.
The litany of issues plaguing the Connected Vehicle Cloud Platform (Model E) is deeply concerning. The current state of affairs includes a complex and subpar technology architecture, a glaring absence of platform engineering best practices, inefficiency in cloud infrastructure utilization, exorbitant operational costs, and a complete lack of a functioning operational model.
It is no exaggeration to state that the current leadership and management of the Connected Vehicle Cloud Platform (Model E) is tarnishing its once-stellar reputation and hindering its ability to meet the evolving needs of the automotive industry. The lack of vision, accountability, and strategic direction is taking a toll on the organization's ability to deliver on its promises and obligations.
The bitter truth is that urgent action is required to rectify the situation. The stakeholders, employees, and partners who have invested their trust and resources in this organization deserve nothing less than effective leadership and efficient management. It is time for a comprehensive and immediate review of the leadership structure and practices within the Connected Vehicle Cloud Platform (Model E) to restore its former glory and ensure its continued relevance in the rapidly changing automotive landscape.