I’ve been talking about heroes for several weeks now, most recently the folks at HP who are overcoming the company’s internal bureaucracy to turn what had been a problem unit — its PC unit — into the most powerful PC entity in the world. But inside HP another group of unsung heroes are those that are transforming their aging IT shop into a cutting-edge showcase of technology, which is making the corporation more agile. In a broad sense, these are the heroes that Microsoft is focused on in its “Heroes Happen Here” launch of Windows Server 2008, though not just for HP, for the world.
Rob, I appreciate this article. It speaks to some vital truthes. I think you agree that there is a time and reason to offer objective information (not the subjective, demeaning and pointless posts we all know of, including the authors of those posts) that may not be seen as positive at the moment, but which when considered seriously my provide something quite useful. I will be looking at all of the sites you linked. I am, however, pleased that "The All-Time Top 150 i-Technology Heroes" lists some of my heroes who have also focused on achieving something of value (although they don't work for and even come into direct conflict with a well known Fortune 1 company). I respect you even when I don't agree with you, and I always respect your right to your beliefs, opinions, and information. Thank you for writing this article. If technology becomes more important that people we may not be able to dig ourselves out. I hope others see the merit I do.
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Shining a Light on Unsung Heroes
Posted by: Rob Enderle March 3, 2008 04:00 AMI’ve been talking about heroes for several weeks now, most recently the folks at HP who are overcoming the company’s internal bureaucracy to turn what had been a problem unit — its PC unit — into the most powerful PC entity in the world. But inside HP another group of unsung heroes are those that are transforming their aging IT shop into a cutting-edge showcase of technology, which is making the corporation more agile. In a broad sense, these are the heroes that Microsoft is focused on in its “Heroes Happen Here” launch of Windows Server 2008, though not just for HP, for the world.
Thank you for writing this article. If technology becomes more important that people we may not be able to dig ourselves out. I hope others see the merit I do.