Intel's new CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, is streamlining the company's leadership, with key chip teams now reporting directly to him. This strategic move aims to revitalize the semiconductor giant, which has faced challenges in recent years. Notably, Sachin Katti has been promoted to Chief Technology Officer and head of Artificial Intelligence, reflecting Intel's focus on AI innovation.
The data center, AI chip, and personal computer chip teams will report directly to Tan, marking a shift from their previous reporting structure under Intel's Chief Product Officer, Michelle Johnston Holthaus. Tan expressed his intent to work closely with engineering and product teams to enhance Intel's solutions. He also plans to expand Holthaus's role in the future.
These changes come after a period of turmoil at Intel, which saw the departure of the former CEO due to disagreements with the board on reversing the company's decline. Intel faces significant competition from Nvidia, a leading supplier of AI chips. Tan is committed to making Intel more efficient and competitive in the evolving tech landscape.
