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“ We want partners with the same beliefs and dynamics . That ’ s what forms a strong chain . We develop and grow together . This is key to identifying opportunities for growth ”
— Hervé Le Hen , Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer
require a strong and robust network of vendors and partners that can guide and support AXA as it navigates the ever-changing landscape of technological innovation . Le Hen acknowledges this but is keen to stress that AXA approaches partner relationships with a long-term mentality .
“ Vendors are often used for their specific capabilities for a specific purpose and period of time ,” he says . “ Partners are different because it ’ s about the long-term value chain we build together . You share capabilities and risks .”
“ We want partners with the same beliefs and dynamics . That ’ s what forms a strong chain . We develop and we grow together . This is key to identifying opportunities for growth . You win , you lose , but you do it together and that ’ s a win-win model overall .”
The financial industry has already changed significantly , and if it continues to evolve as rapidly as it has done over recent years , then the innovation of
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