The Maverick and His Machine
Thomas Watson, Sr. and the Making of IBM
by:
Kevin Maney
in:
Biographies
Summary:
The book chronicles the life and career of Thomas Watson Sr., detailing his transformation from a fired NCR employee to the visionary leader who built IBM into a global powerhouse. It explores his innovative management style, corporate culture creation, and the pivotal decisions that shaped the information technology industry.
Key points:
1. Vision and Culture: Thomas Watson Sr. instilled key values at IBM: respect, customer service, and excellence. His "THINK" slogan inspired innovation and contributed to IBM's success.
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