The history of Hewlett-Packard

[Skywave]

Almost everyone who shares our interests here will have heard of the Hewlett - Packard Company - but not all will be familiar with its history - which I found fascinating.

Well, here's your opportunity . . . .

http://www8.hp.com/us/en/hp-information/...story.html
and
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hewlett-Packard

For example, do you pursue your hobby in a shed? If so, you are not alone - from such humble beginnings, greatness can indeed arise!

Al. / April 10, 2013 //

[pwdrive]

Thanks Al, intersting to see how they approached free thinking R & D, and we wonder why UK PLC has gone down the pan.

Lawrence.

[Skywave]

I forget who, now, but a well-known figure once said:
"If you want your staff to be creative, you must give them time to play".
However, if you are employed by a firm that operates a very strict cash flow policy, that ain't going to happen!

Al.