The success of the BMW Group is based on innovative premium products. The driving force behind these products is around 9,300 people, who together form the worldwide research and development network of the BMW Group. Efficient development processes and a deep-rooted, daily innovative culture create the prerequisite for the success of the three premium brands BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce. With the help of a global development network, everyday the BMW Group demonstrates its innovative leadership in its products, as well as its processes in the automobile industry.