
(Bonus) The Man Who Could Have Been Bill Gates? (Pt. 2)
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Negotiating Innovation: Kildall and IBM
This chapter explores a critical meeting between Digital Research and IBM, focusing on the licensing agreement for CPM software and the challenges posed by a one-sided non-disclosure agreement. It underscores the complexities of business negotiations, the impact on existing client relationships, and the turning point that led to the eventual rise of Microsoft over Gary Kildall's offering.
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