In a bid to reverse their disappointing 2024 season, Mercedes has made a bold move by acquiring two key figures from rival team Ferrari. This strategic recruitment aims to bolster their technical leadership, specifically addressing weaknesses that have hampered their performance. Simone Resta, a former chief designer at Ferrari who recently departed Huss, will join Mercedes as their strategic development director. His expertise is expected to address Mercedes strategic shortcomings on the racetrack directly. Additionally, in Rico Sampo, a specialist in performance software applications will become head of this department at Mercedes. This area has been a known Achilles heel for the Brackley based team, and Sampo's arrival signifies a targeted effort to improve car reliability and optimise performance data. However, due to customary gardening leave periods for senior technical personnel switching teams, both Resta and Sampo won't be able to contribute until at least 2025.