How Hunter Harrison Transformed Canadian National

The transcript discusses the legacy of Hunter Harrison, a renowned figure in the railroad industry known for transforming companies like Canadian National and Canadian Pacific into profitable entities through precision railroading. Despite his untimely passing, his impact on the industry is significant, having introduced innovative asset management strategies. At CSX, Harrison faced challenges due to its complex network, but progress was being made. His approach, focusing on efficiency and reliability, set a new standard in the industry.

Who was appointed as the interim replacement for Hunter Harrison at CSX?

• Illinois Central

• Jim Foote

• Lee Klasko

• Canadian National

What was one of Hunter Harrison's notable achievements at Canadian National?

• Introducing high-speed trains

• Transforming it into a highly profitable railroad

• Expanding the network to Europe

• Reducing the workforce by half

What was Hunter Harrison's innovative approach to railroading known as?

• High-speed railroading

• Precision railroading

• Automated railroading

• Eco-friendly railroading

How did Hunter Harrison's precision railroading differ from traditional methods?

• It relied on manual operations

• It focused on building longer trains

• It emphasized asset management and reliability

• It reduced the number of trains

What challenge did Hunter Harrison face at CSX compared to CP and CN?

• A more linear network

• A more complex web-like network

• Resistance from employees

• Lack of funding