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which is why we have created a regional European
unit focusing on the European market. In addition to
the factory in Kopřivnice, we also have a development
unit in Bridgend, Wales, where we develop transducers.
This structure gives us a great position for growth in
the European market.
Your company prides itself on its corporate culture. Can
you elaborate on that? What defines corporate culture
and how does it affect the daily work in your company?
Yes, our corporate culture is indeed unique. Our
founder instilled a Scandinavian approach, which
manifests in having great openness, informality,
a friendly environment, and a high degree of personal
responsibility. A example of our culture is the project
of introducing our corporate values. Instead of being
defined by the top-down, the values emerged from
the bottom up, as we asked our employees to share
work stories illustrating how we want to operate
together. These stories were then grouped and named,
creating our values. Since employees created them
themselves, they believe in them, and there is no need
to implement or, God forbid, enforce them.
These ideas can then be turned into design concepts
by our Engineering Services (ES) team. Audio foundry
and ES subsequently bring us new opportunities in
manufacturing as well.
What impact have recent global events had on
Tymphany, and how have you responded to new
market challenges?
The Covid-19 pandemic significantly increased
the demand for audio products, as people spent more
time at home. This immediately affected supply chains,
which could not respond quickly. After the pandemic
and the subsequent drop in demand, the inertia
of supply chains became apparent, impacting inventory
management. Currently, we see the need to manage
global risks and have solutions for local markets,
becoming less dependent on the global market. This is
why we have created a European regional organisation.
In your last interview with our magazine, you spoke
about the importance of ecology in your business.
What specific steps have you taken to further reduce
your company's ecological footprint?
ESG is a major topic for us. We are working on all
the standards that ESG requires and gradually obtaining
all certifications. We have a system for reducing our
carbon footprint and greenhouse gases. We aim
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In the very near future, we are
focusing on vercal integraon.
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Can you tell us about the main products and services
your company develops? What new products can we
expect in the near future?
I already mentioned the production of transducers
as a novelty. Further innovations are expected in
the areas of consumer, professional, and automotive
audio. An important part is also the innovation of our
business model. For example, in Europe, we have
introduced the so-called audio foundry in Bridgend,
which is a space for our automotive customers to
share audio innovations and development directions.
to be carbon neutral and have set ambitious goals,
planning to obtain 50% of our electricity consumption
from renewable sources by 2024.
Mr. Merhout, thank you for the interview.
Text: redakce
Foto: archiv Tymphany