Viehbacher's supposed failings: from Brazil to Phoenix via Lantus
This article was originally published in Scrip
Executive Summary
It wasn't because he wasn't French enough: failings in execution and communication with the board led to his departure. That is the essence of the message coming from Sanofi over the shock sacking of its CEO Chris Viehbacher by the unanimous decision of its board of directors. The removal was precipitated by media leaks, but had been under consideration since the summer, the company confirmed.