What gets shared: BVB bosses’ intriguing WhatsApp group | OneFootball

At BVB, nothing is currently being left to chance when it comes to internal organization and, by extension, long-term communication and coordination.

One example of this is an internal WhatsApp group that includes all the top executives and head coach Niko Kovac, intended to help drive various matters forward at Dortmund and make some processes easier.

Ole Book, the new sporting director, is also involved here. According to a report by BILD, however, Lars Ricken is said to be the main driving force behind it.

BVB: WhatsApp group as a key organizational tool

Hans-Joachim Watzke, Carsten Cramer, and Matthias Sammer are also part of the group. Most recently, the group name “Elefantenrunde” was also established. In the past, there were long meetings held regularly; nowadays, things have become much more relaxed and the structure has changed.

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Above all, the ability to spread information quickly is seen internally as very important and efficient. For example, on every matchday Niko Kovac announces the lineup in this group each time — well before the official starting eleven is revealed.

Another interesting detail: according to the report, those involved have not imposed any rules on themselves. That means messages at all hours, as well as pictures, memes, or jokes, are allowed. Still, the group is said to be used primarily for the quick exchange of information.

One way or another, the fact that things are currently much more harmonious in Dortmund than at other times is nothing new. This group and the way it is handled only underline that once again. Dortmund are currently laying the groundwork for the future and repositioning themselves in various areas. And simplifying internal processes never hurts.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩🇪 here.