From what I've read here and the opinions of mates inside VB the past strength of its once great esprit d'corp and positive relationship with management has gone. That kills productivity. Well known fact - just ask South West (USA) and their legendary President / CEO Herb Kelleher.
...and that is exactly why Virgin is really in the position that its in.
Many of the founding staff, who were the most passionate, and productive, have turned their backs on the place and what is left are a legion of micro-managers who have no interest in Virgin values, strategy or entreprenurial teamworking.
When BG wakes up and starts to demand the 'Virgin' being put back into managerial performance then maybe there will be a long term future.
