These appointments coincide with rumors of potential layoffs in Intel’s foundry division, as the company aims to streamline operations and reduce costs to better align with revenue and production levels.
- As an engineer
- a nuclear engineer, specifically -, Tan is resolute in returning Intel to its engineering roots, putting marketing and sales strategies on the backburner. His mission is to bolster Intel’s competitive edge, especially against competitors like Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. It’s a formidable challenge, driven by Tan’s unwavering dedication to the company.
Since Lip-Bu Tan assumed the position of Intel’s new CEO two and a half months ago, the company has been relatively low-key. Tan is in the process of strategizing and laying the foundation for Intel’s future, with a specific focus on revitalizing Intel’s foundry business and reorganizing its chip design and sales operations.
In the midst of these changes, Intel is gearing up for a new era in the tech market, guided by a team of gifted and innovative individuals.
Recently, Christoph Schell, Intel’s former chief commercial officer, transitioned to become the CEO of German robotics company Kuka Group. Schell’s departure opened up opportunities within Intel, leading to Sachin Katti assuming the roles of chief technology officer and AI officer.
Focusing on his goal, Tan made strategic appointments, such as Greg Ernst, an electrical engineering graduate from the University of Texas at Austin, who now holds the position of chief revenue officer. Ernst brings with him a wealth of experience, particularly in managing key client relationships like Dell and Cisco Systems during his time at Intel.
In a strategic move to enhance Intel’s technical capabilities, Tan has recruited Srinivasan Iyengar, a chip design expert from Cadence Design Systems. Moreover, Jean-Didier Allegrucci, previously with Apple and Rain AI, has joined Intel as VP of AI System on Chip Engineering.
