Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the integration of various teams within Geely to form a new entity, Chongqing Qianli Intelligent Driving, focusing on the organizational structure and the challenges faced during this merger [3][6][9]. Group 1: Organizational Structure - Chongqing Qianli Intelligent Driving was established as a joint venture with Geely, Megvii, and others, with each holding a 30% stake, while Lotus holds 5% [6]. - The new organizational structure features a matrix management approach, with vertical departments for system, platform, algorithm, and data development, alongside three horizontal departments [6][8]. - Key leaders include Yang Mu as CTO, Yuan Pingyi as Chief Scientist, and Chen Baocheng overseeing engineering projects [6][8]. Group 2: Integration Challenges - The integration process has faced delays, with only about 2,000 of the planned 3,000 personnel merged, primarily from the Zeekr and Maiqi teams [8][9]. - There is a lack of enthusiasm among team members for the merger, particularly due to the complexities involved in integrating intelligent driving teams compared to other departments [8][9]. - The principle of "stability while seeking progress" is emphasized, with existing reporting relationships maintained and minimal disruption to ongoing projects [9].

Core Viewpoint - Geely is integrating its autonomous driving teams into a joint venture called Chongqing Qianli Zhijia, which is expected to have a workforce of around 3,000 people, with significant organizational restructuring already underway [2][5]. Group 1: Company Structure and Leadership - The joint venture, Chongqing Qianli Zhijia, was officially established on June 27, 2023, with major shareholders including Geely, Megvii, and Jianghe Qixing, each holding 30%, while Lotus holds 5% [5]. - The leadership team includes Wang Jun as CEO and Chen Qi as co-CEO, with backgrounds from Megvii and Zeekr [2][5]. - The new organizational structure features a matrix management approach, with vertical departments for system, platform, algorithm, and data development, alongside three horizontal departments [2][5]. Group 2: Integration Progress and Challenges - As of September 8, 2023, a significant organizational meeting was held to discuss the integration of teams, indicating progress in merging the teams [2][5]. - The integration process has faced delays, initially expected to conclude by the end of August but pushed to early September [9]. - There is a notable reluctance among team members from both Zeekr and Maiqi to merge, as the complexity of autonomous driving projects requires cohesive teamwork [10]. Group 3: Operational Focus and Responsibilities - The Zeekr team is tasked with more substantial production projects, while the Megvii team focuses on research and development for autonomous driving [6]. - The organizational structure largely reflects the previous setup of the Zeekr team, with some compromises made by the Megvii team [7][8]. - Chen Qi emphasizes a principle of "steady progress," maintaining existing reporting relationships and minimizing disruption during the integration [11].

Core Viewpoint - The integration of intelligent driving within Geely is significantly more complex than cabin integration, with current changes being primarily structural without altering reporting relationships or office locations [1][10]. Group 1: Company Structure and Integration - Geely has initiated the integration of its intelligent driving teams into a joint venture named Chongqing Qianli Intelligent Driving, which is expected to have a workforce of around 3,000 people [1][4]. - The newly formed organizational structure includes a matrix management approach with vertical departments for system, platform, algorithm, and data development, alongside three horizontal departments [1]. - Key leadership includes Wang Jun as CEO and Chen Qi as co-CEO, with significant roles assigned to former executives from various teams [1][5]. Group 2: Team Dynamics and Challenges - The integration process has faced delays, with initial plans for a complete merger by the end of August pushed to early September, resulting in only about 2,000 personnel being integrated instead of the anticipated 3,000 [8][7]. - There is a noted lack of enthusiasm among team members from both the Zeekr and Maiqi teams regarding the merger, highlighting the challenges of aligning large teams towards a common goal in intelligent driving [9]. - The integration strategy emphasizes stability, with existing reporting structures and office locations remaining unchanged to minimize disruption [10].