Since I had built a shared services model within the global IT function, taking millions of dollars out of cost structure while improving service levels around the world, our CEO thought it would make sense to look for opportunities to utilize that same model in other parts of the business.

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They are hoping that improving the structure of the cells will help to boost their efficiency, too.

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As such, we remain focused on strengthening our balance sheet, increasing our operating efficiencies and improving our cost structure.

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"Dell paid a lot but its balanced by improving their margin structure and getting involved in a high-growth company, " Seyrafi said.

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