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The Internet is a tidal wave. It changes the rules. It is an incredible opportunity as well as incredible challenge.
Bill Gates The Internet Tidal Wave · 1995

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“If the 1980s were about quality 1990s were about reengineering, then the 2000s will be about velocity. About how quickly the nature of business will change. About how quickly business itself will be transacted.”

Bill Gates · Business @ the Speed of Thought, 1999 · Primary source

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Bill Gates · 1995
The Internet Tidal Wave

An internal Microsoft memo arguing that the rapidly expanding Internet required major changes to the company’s products, services, and competitive strategy.

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Bill Gates and Collins Hemingway · 1999
Business @ the Speed of Thought

An examination of how digital information systems can improve decision-making, customer service, organisational responsiveness, and competitive performance.

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