Bricks Quote by Anil Ambani
“If you look at the top 20 companies of the world, 19 of them are still brick-and-mortar companies. I have nothing against tech companies. What I am saying is that if you have a car manufacturer or an oil and gas manufacturer, you won't get the supply over the Net.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Business Forum, 2020
Success of large firms often relies on physical assets and logistics, not just digital platforms.
In simple terms: Big companies need real‑world infrastructure.
Key Takeaway
Invest in tangible capabilities.
Themes
business
logistics
technology
strategy
Mood
analytical
pragmatic
Type
strategic
observational
When to use this quote
- manufacturing
- energy
- retail
- e‑commerce
- infrastructure
Key Concepts
Supply chain
physical assets
digital limits
Questions to Reflect On
- How can digital tools complement physical operations?
- What assets are irreplaceable by the internet?
A Different Perspective
Digital solutions alone cannot replace physical production.
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