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No company of the twentieth century achieved greater success and engendered more admiration, respect, envy, fear, and hatred than IBM. Building IBM tells the story of that companyhow it was formed, how it grew, and how it shaped and dominated the information processing industry. Emerson Pugh presents substantial new material about the company in the period before 1945 as well as a new interpretation of the postwar era.Granted unrestricted access to IBM's archival records and with no constraints on the way he chose to treat the information they contained, Pugh dispels many widely held myths about IBM and its leaders and provides new insights on the origins and development of the computer industry.Pugh begins the story with Herman Hollerith's invention of punchedcard machines used for tabulating the U.S. Census of 1890, showing how Hollerith's inventions and the business he established provided the primary basis for IBM. He tells why Hollerith merged his company in 1911 with two other companies to create the ComputingTabulatingRecording Company, which changed its name in 1924 to International Business Machines. Thomas J. Watson, who was hired in 1914 to manage the merged companies, exhibited remarkable technological insight and leadershipin addition to his widely heralded salesmanshipto build Hollerith's business into a virtual monopoly of the rapidly growing punchedcard equipment business.The fascinating inside story of the transfer of authority from the senior Watson to his older son, Thomas J. Watson Jr., and the company's rapid domination of the computer industry occupy the latter half of the book. In two final chapters, Pugh examines conditions and events of the 1970s and 1980s and identifies the underlying causes of the severe probems IBM experienced in the 1990s.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Building IBM: Shaping an Industry and Its Technology'? A: The book focuses on the history of IBM, detailing its formation, growth, and impact on the information processing industry, including insights into its leaders and technological advancements.
- Q: Who is the author of the book and what is his background? A: The author is Emerson Pugh, who was granted access to IBM's archival records, allowing him to present new insights and interpretations about the company's history and influence.
- Q: What key events does the book cover regarding IBM's early history? A: The book discusses Herman Hollerith's invention of punched-card machines, the merger that created IBM, and Thomas J. Watson's leadership in transforming the company into a dominant force in the industry.
- Q: How does the book address the myths surrounding IBM? A: Pugh dispels widely held myths about IBM and its leaders by providing factual information and new interpretations based on archival research.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition, indicating it may show signs of wear but is still in acceptable shape for reading.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition of the book have? A: This edition of 'Building IBM' is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a professional appearance suitable for collectors and readers alike.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The book was published on March 16, 1995.
- Q: How many pages does 'Building IBM' have? A: The book contains a total of 423 pages.
- Q: Is there any additional content included in the book? A: The book does not list any additional features or specific editions, focusing instead on the comprehensive historical narrative of IBM.
- Q: In what category is this book classified? A: The book is categorized under 'Economics', reflecting its exploration of IBM's impact on the economy and technology sectors.