Statement Harald Krüger, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG, 97th Annual General Meeting of BMW AG at Olympiahalle in Munich on 11th May 2017

BMW Group – THE NEXT 100 YEARS:
Passionate about the future

Good morning Ladies and Gentlemen!

Welcome to the 97th Annual General Meeting of BMW AG!
I would also like to welcome everyone joining us via the internet.
Digitalisation is changing our lives. Evolution has taught us that change is part of human nature. Things we previously thought were impossible are now suddenly part of our everyday lives. Young #people today grow up taking technology for granted. We see this in our own children or grandchildren. More than anything else, the one attribute companies need for long-term success in the digital age is future viability. This has many facets. What it means for us is:

Exceeding the expectations of our customers
Profitability and innovative strength.

Market presence and strong brands.

Flexibility and quality.
And, of course, being an attractive employer.

That is the BMW way. “The BMW Group is not resting on its laurels. It is actively shaping the future.” This was the tenor of many media during our centenary year. We know who we are: A company with a strong heritage.

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