March 16, 2003

Google

How Google Grows...and Grows...and Grows
Quote: "... Its performance is the envy of executives and engineers around the world ... For techno-evangelists, Google is a marvel of Web brilliance ... For Wall Street, it may be the IPO that changes everything ( again ) ... But Google is also a case study in savvy management -- a company filled with cutting-edge ideas, rigorous accountability, and relentless attention to detail ... Here's a search for the growth secrets of one of the world's most exciting young companies -- a company from which every company can learn."
Comment: A very intriguing article revealing a company that understands its users...and its purpose for existing (though some question if they are losing focus with the acquisition of Blogger). Some of Google's "rules" (form the article author's perspective): High tolerance for failure, freedom to experiment, user focus, ability for employees to manage themselves...

Posted by gsiemens at March 16, 2003 9:07 PM