AI: Thomas J. Watson, Jr., Seymour Cray, and Steve Jobs Compared: Computer Titans (Part I Thomas J. Watson, Jr.)
Quote Fortune Magazine: Thomas Watson Jr.
“The greatest business risk of the twentieth century” – This was how Fortune described Watson Jr.’s decision to invest heavily in the System/360, a gamble that ultimately paid off and transformed IBM.
Quote The New York Times: Thomas Watson Jr.
“He was a complex and contradictory figure, a man of great drive and ambition who also possessed a deep sense of social responsibility.” – The Times captured the different facets of his personality, acknowledging his business acumen and commitment to social causes.
Quote Steve Jobs: Thomas Watson Jr.
“Thomas Watson Jr. once said, ‘Good design is good business.’ I’ve always believed that. That’s why Apple spends so much on design.”
This captures Jobs’ philosophy on the importance of design as a core part of business strategy.