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Figure 4-1 IMC plants worldwide
4.2 Current architecture
Tod ay ’s IMC Group was formed by takeovers and corporate mergers. Therefore,
each of the major regions (the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Europe) has its own IT
infrastructure, IT strategy, and applications. From the very beginning, IMC
companies exploited the opportunities offered by e-business. They were among
the first in the automotive industry who offered their suppliers online access.
Additionally, other user groups, such as dealers and subsidiaries, gained access
to their computing environment. Over the years, multiple IT systems offer