“We are presently 24,000 in the region and aim to ramp up to 50,000 by 2009.”
Chet Kamat
“We are working with multiple suppliers and alternatives, ... We recognize that the ramp-up phase is very critical for suppliers and for ourselves to get economies of scale.”
Jim Padilla
“These are billion dollar businesses that are just marginally profitable now. As profits continue to ramp up, they could contribute to Microsoft's bottom line in a meaningful way.”
Brendan Barnicle
“This ramp-up of openings, which represents the largest store opening program in five years, is in direct response to the enhanced performance we're seeing in new stores opened under our more rigorous site selection process.”
Michael Fisher
“We've seen that coming for several years with the ramp down of the F-16 program.”
Christopher Kubasik
“We've got a six-month ramp-up, and we don't anticipate issuing any permits before Jan. 1.”
Whitney Watson
“The year is turning out as planned, ... As expected, the ramp-down of our turbine shipments in the first half created earnings pressure. However, we are executing with broad-based strength to generate significant growth in the second half. We see nine of 13 businesses growing in double digits and more favorable comparisons in power systems and insurance.”
Jeff Immelt
