New VA CEO ideas.

[Jethro27]

• A single integrated group operations centre would enable total visibility of all the group resources to manage the day of operations.
• Capable and supported technology is an important enabler in managing the operation. Work smarter not harder. But airlines don't build their own aeroplanes, nor should they build their own in-house IT solutions.
• Simple crew rosters and keeping crew paired together is a fantastic idea. But requires minimal complexity work rules that are aligned across tech and cabin crew EBA's (12 EBA's across the group).
• A consolidated efficient young fleet across the group. Reliable aircraft with high service rates = happy crew, happy passengers and stable network. Have sufficient spares and support equipment for the fleet.
• In-house simulators. Have control of the scheduling and a revenue stream when not required for in-house training. Instead of paying the competitor to use theirs at undesirable times.
• Stop kicking own goals. Do the due diligence, assess the risk and reward and have a back up plan if it goes wrong.
• An end to the negativity and pessimism. Those in Leadership roles (including crew) set the standard. The standard you set for yourself is the standard you should expect from others.
• Recruit to a high but achievable standard of values, attitude, qualifications and experience. Retain and reward those demonstrating same. Boot those no matter how high or low (including crew) who are not adding value and are generally a drain on everyone's time and energy. Give the job to someone who actually wants it.
• Give the new CEO reasonable time and a fair go. Don't expect change overnight or have a meltdown if it doesn't.