1. Renault-Nissan alliance was formed in 1999 through a strategic alliance between Renault and Nissan.
2. Carlos Ghosn was appointed CEO of Nissan in 2001 to lead a turnaround with his Nissan Revival Plan (NRP). The NRP aimed to return Nissan to profitability, improve operating margins, reduce debt, and introduce new competitive vehicles.
3. Ghosn implemented major reforms to Nissan's corporate culture, business processes, and management systems to make decisions more transparent and performance-driven. This included establishing cross-functional teams, an English language policy, and performance-based compensation.