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Company profile: Corning

Boss Class from The Economist

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Innovative Glass: Corning's Journey with Apple

This chapter explores Corning's rich familial culture and the impact of key leaders on innovation, illustrated by a humorous call from Steve Jobs to CEO Wendell Weeks. It details the collaborative efforts to develop ultra-thin glass for the iPhone, highlighting the challenges of rapid timelines and the company's extensive R&D expertise. Additionally, the chapter emphasizes the importance of embracing calculated risks and focusing on positive outcomes in the fast-paced world of technology.

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