Masters of Scale Rapid Response: Scaling when you’re already at scale, w/Qualcomm's Cristiano Amon
Feb 10, 2022
Cristiano Amon, CEO of Qualcomm and semiconductor industry expert, shares insights on navigating the global chip shortage with agility and creativity. He discusses the importance of aligning teams around a unified strategy while emphasizing the need for work-life balance in fast-paced environments. Amon explores the impact of 5G technology on various sectors and the collaborative efforts in addressing safety concerns at airports. He highlights Qualcomm's evolution and the vital role of semiconductors in pushing connectivity forward.
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5G as Electricity
- Cristiano Amon believes that 5G is like electricity, becoming essential infrastructure.
- Everything will connect to the cloud, demanding more semiconductors for data centers and devices.
Qualcomm's Expansion
- Qualcomm is transitioning from a mobile company to a broader technology provider.
- They provide semiconductors for cloud-connected devices, automotive, IoT, and the metaverse.
One Technology Roadmap
- Focus on a single, core technology roadmap for diverse opportunities.
- Qualcomm leverages its wireless connectivity and high-performance, low-power computing expertise across various markets.