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| − | == Microsoft == | + | == History of Microsoft == |
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| + | The company was founded by [[Bill Gates]] and [[Paul Allen]] in 1975 and generated profits of $16,000. In the 1980s microsoft flourished as it provided the operating system DOS for IBM’s PC. |
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| − | *[[Steven A. Ballmer]]
| + | Today Microsoft is an international company present in 102 different countries, employing 76,000 people and generalting a profit of $44.28 billion per year. |
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| − | *[[James I. Cash Jr.]] Ph.D.
| + | Microsoft takes up 18.3 million square feet of office building space and is ranked 15th in the world's top 500 companies. Microsoft's has driven 93% of the world's desktop computers since 1991 and its office software dominates 90% of the market and earns the company $9 billion a year. In 1990 Microsoft became the first software company to reach $1 billion in revenue. In 2003 Microsoft's revenue increased by $3.82 billion to $32.19 billion with a net income of $9993 billion. Although Microsoft have been accused of fraudulent accounting in order to show profit<ref>Corporate Watch (2004) '''Microsoft: A Corporate Profile'''[http://archive.corporatewatch.org/profiles/microsoft/microsoft4.htm Corporate Watch] (accessed 05/04/07)</ref>. |
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| − | *[[Dina Dublon]]
| + | The company headquarters are in Redmond, Washington, USA. |
| | + | Microsoft have ownership of MSNBC cable television network, the MSN Internet portal, and the Microsoft Encarta multimedia encyclopedia. |
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| − | *[[Raymond V. Gilmartin]]
| + | The company has faced much controversy over the years as many have attributed their success to their illegal monopoly over operating systems which effectively pushes competition out of the market. The company has faced legal proceedings aroung the world and have been found guilty on the charges of holding an unfair monopoly. However, as microsoft are an extrmely rich company, the finacial penalties they face are insignificant and they often pay their way out of any legal obligations to rectify this monopoly. |
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| − | *[[David F. Marquardt]]
| + | == Microsoft’s Philanthropy == |
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| − | *[[Charles H. Noski]]
| + | Bill Gates likes to consider himself above all as a philanthropic man. At the Government Leaders Forum he quoted Carnegie: ‘he who dies rich dies disgraced.’ Although Gates found the funny side to this, saying that he was still working on it, his charity has been described as the ‘Microsoft of charities’. The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation was launched by a donation from Bill Gates of £54 million in 2000. Gates has a very philanthropic public image and has joined Bono on the cover of Time magazine as Humanitarian of the year and was voted 8th in the list of “Heroes of our Time” by the New Statesman. |
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| − | *[[Jon A. Shirley]]
| + | However, the ‘Microsoft of charities’ may hold alternative meanings as it has been criticised for disinvestments. In January the Los Angeles Times exposed the foundation for investing over £254 million in oil companies including [[Royal Dutch Shell]], [[Exxon Mobil]], [[Chevron]] and [[Total]] who were being accused of causing health problems in Nigeria which, ironically, is another area of funding for the trust<ref>MChinty, S (2007) '''Billionaire, benefactor...but is Bill Gates a force for good?''' [http://thescotsman.scotsman.com.index.cfm?id=161002007 The Scotsman] 31st January (accessed 28/02/07)</ref>. |
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| − | == UK Executives == | + | == Microsoft's Partner Companies == |
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| − | [[Gordon Frazer]] | + | ==Resources== |
| | + | *[[Microsoft:Products / Projects]] |
| | + | *[[Microsoft: Company Structure, Ownership, People]] |
| | + | *[[Microsoft:Influence / Lobbying]] |
| | + | *[[Microsoft:Corporate Crime]] |
| | + | *[[Microsoft:What you can do]] |
| | + | === International role === |
| | + | Microsoft have faced criticism and legal action around the world. The main accusations are that they constitute a monopoly and effectively push competitors out of the market. Court cases in the US and Europe give some indication of how they conduct their business and political activities. |
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| − | [[Neil Thompson]] | + | *[[Microsoft: US Conflicts]] |
| | + | *[[Microsoft: European Conflicts]] |
| | + | *[[Microsoft: UK]] |
| | + | *[[Microsoft: Wales]] |
| | + | *[[Microsoft: Scotland]] |
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| − | [[Nick Barley]]
| + | ==Lobbying firms== |
| − | | + | *[[APCO Worldwide]]<ref> [http://www.appc.org.uk/members/register/register-profile/?company=APCO%20Worldwide Register 1st September 2014 - 30th November 2014] ''APPC'', accessed 28 January 2015 </ref> |
| − | [[Sharon Baylay]] | + | *[[Edelman]]<ref> [http://www.appc.org.uk/members/register/register-profile/?company=Edelman Register 1st September 2014 - 30th November 2014] ''APPC'', accessed 29 January 2015 </ref> |
| − | | + | *[[Weber Shandwick]]<ref> [http://www.appc.org.uk/members/register/register-profile/?company=Weber%20Shandwick Register 1st September 2014 - 30th November 2014] ''APPC'', accessed 29 January 2015 </ref> |
| − | [[Steve Dunn]] | + | *[[Hanover Communications]] <ref>[https://registerofconsultantlobbyists.force.com/CLR_Public_Profile?id=0012400000600D4AAI Hanover Communications profile 2016], ''Register of consultant lobbyists'', accessed 25 April 2016</ref> |
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| − | [[Alison Dodd]]
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| − | ===Bronwyn Kunhardt===
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| − | Head of Corporate Reputation and Diversity, Microsoft Ltd
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| − | Bronwyn Kunhardt is a member of Microsoft's leadership team in the UK. As head of Corporate Reputation and Diversity, she is briefed to create and drive policy within Microsoft in these critical areas and to allocate the necessary resources to ensure that the organisation maintains its leadership position in the industry.
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| − | In fulfilling her role, Bronwyn develops and evangelises the innovative policies adopted by Microsoft to promote increased diversity within its organisation. She also works collaboratively with its stakeholders and partners, including pressure groups, political parties and government to lead new thinking and policy in this area.
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| − | Bronwyn has been with Microsoft for ten years. Before taking up her new role in January 2005, she headed the Image and Reputation team at MSN UK, focused on building understanding of issues such as child safety, work life balance. She was also responsible for managing '''MSN's Citizenship, Community Affairs, and Consumer Research programmes'''.
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| − | While in this role, she spearheaded an award winning employment package which has led to 80% of the workforce, including all of the leadership team, starting to work flexibly.
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| − | Bronwyn holds a Masters Degree in Social Anthropology and Development from the School of African and Oriental Studies in London. {{ref|23}}
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| − | ===David Gartenberg===
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| − | Dave Gartenberg was appointed HR Director of Microsoft Ltd in July 2005 to oversee the People, Organisation and Culture strategies for the whole of the UK.
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| − | Dave first joined Microsoft in the US in January 2001, as Senior HR Manager within the US Eastern region where he was responsible for 1,200 employees located across five sales districts.
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| − | Dave’s next role from September 2002 was as HR Director in the US Corporate Business team, where he led the HR team focused on the newly formed 3,000 person Operations and Technology Group (OTG).
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| − | Prior to joining Microsoft, Dave spent more than seven years with [[Rohm and Haas]], a $6B global specialty chemicals manufacturer. He started off as an Internal Consultant in their Leadership and Organization Effectiveness group, and then worked his way though a variety of client focused HR roles, finishing up as the HR Director for the Office of Technology, responsible for the technology backbone of the company (Research, Manufacturing, Engineering and Corporate Development functions).
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| − | Dave earned his undergraduate degree in Economics at George Washington University, Washington DC and spent three years as an Economic analyst working for a consulting firm that was focused on Mergers and Acquisitions. Dave then returned to university and gained an MBA in Organisational Behaviour and Development, where he was offered a Fellowship and taught undergraduate Management Science classes. {{ref|24}}
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| − | == Raymond O'Hare Regional Director in Scotland == | |
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| − | Raymond O'Hare was appointed as regional director for Scotland in Novemebr. O'Hare was previously regional manager Scotland, [[Microsoft Small, Mid-market Solutions and Partners]]. He joined Microsoft in 1997.
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| − | OHare is responsible for maintaining the successful business addressing the SME community in Scotland and working with enterprise customers and partners to develop solutions based on Microsoft technologies that allow them to realise their business potential.
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| − | Partners remain a key focus for OHare and he will continue to develop the local partner network to service the requirements of all Scottish businesses. O'Hare has very strong existing relationships with the [[Scottish Chamber of Commerce, Federation of Small Businesses]], [[ICAS]], [[Law Society]] and [[Scottish Enterprise]].
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| − | As O'Hare explained. "We have had a very positive year in Scotland. My new role will allow me to build on the relationships I have developed with key influencers, partners and customers and expand this work to cover all our Scottish business. I am very pleased with what we have achieved and am looking forward to establishing a strong Microsoft presence in Scotland."
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| − | Alistair Baker, managing director, Microsoft UK, said: "Raymond has been invaluable in cementing our presence in Scotland. His excellent work with the SME community and strong relationships with key influencers, combined with his considerable experience, made him the obvious choice for the role."
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| − | Microsoft's Edinburgh-based Scottish office opened in 1994 and has grown from one person to a 40-strong team, the majority of which are part of the sales and services organisations.
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| − | OHare joined Microsoft in 1997 and under his leadership, the UK retail banking and Scotland Services organisations have grown into a 12million + business.
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| − | Prior to joining Microsoft O'Hare worked for [[Royal Bank of Scotland]] and built a number of businesses from their early stages, including a financial services sales division for ICL in Dublin and a substantial multi-vendor services business for Digital in Scotland. {{ref|10}}
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| − | == Microsoft Governement Leaders Forum ==
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| − | The annual forum brings together Prime Ministers, Ministers, EU Commissioners and policy advisers from across Europe, marking one of the most senior gatherings of European leaders Scotland has seen.
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| − | The Government Leaders’ Forum Europe is one of Microsoft’s flagship events for government, parliamentarians, education and business leaders across the continent and is being supported by a partnership of the Scottish Parliament and the Scottish Executive.
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| − | The event provides a forum to formulate successful strategies in key areas relating to connected government, digital learning, employability skills and the transition to the knowledge economy. This year will reflect a number of Scotland’s experiences as the host country
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| − | Presiding Officer of the Scottish Parliament, George Reid MSP said:
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| − | “Our Parliament is committed to the widest possible engagement with the people, one important element in this being the use of technology. From my attendance at this year’s forum in Lisbon, it is clear that the Scottish experience has much to share with the political institutions of Europe.
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| − | “This conference provides an opportunity to debate key issues of engagement and economic development which affect citizens and states across Europe.
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| − | “I look forward to welcoming the Microsoft Government Leaders’ Forum. Once again, Holyrood will provide the stage that puts Scotland at the heart of international debate.”
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| − | The President of Microsoft International, Jean-Philippe Courtois said:
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| − | “The Scottish Parliament offers a unique setting to hold a very interactive and participative Government Leaders’ Forum. This event offers an excellent opportunity to bring together top policy makers and industry leaders from across the continent to facilitate a discussion around the impact of ICT on parliaments and their citizens. Microsoft is grateful to both the Scottish Parliament and the Scottish Executive for their support and cooperation in bringing the GLF to Edinburgh.” {{ref|2}}
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| − | [[Microsoft Government Leaders Forum]]
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| − | Bill gates accompanied Jack Mc Connell in a press statemetn highlighting the philanthropic work both the Microsoft Corporation and the Scottish Executive will undertake in helping young Scots achieve. The signed agreement aims to train 100,000 Scots in computer skills {{ref|25}} The project is aimed at those not in education, employment or training (NEET)
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| − | Microsoft says Scottish NHS must curb IT spend {{ref|4}}
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| | == Notes == | | == Notes == |
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| − | #{{note|1}} Microsoft website [http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/exec/steve/default.mspx Board of Directors]accessed 30/01/07
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| − | #{{note|2}} Microsoft website [http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/exec/steve/default.mspx Board of Directors]accessed 30/01/07
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| − | #{{note|3}} Microsoft website, [http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/bod/jcash/default.mspx Board of Directors]
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| − | #{{note|4}} Microsoft website, [http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/bod/jcash/default.mspx Board of Directors]
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| − | #{{note|5}}Microsoft website, [http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/bod/jcash/default.mspx Board of Directors]
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| − | #{{note|6}} Microsoft website, [http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/bod/jcash/default.mspx Board of Directors]
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| − | #{{note|7}} Microsoft website, [http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/bod/jcash/default.mspx Board of Directors]
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| − | #{{note|8}}Microsoft website, [http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/bod/jcash/default.mspx Board of Directors]
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| − | #{{note|9}}''Scottish Parliament to host the UK’s first Microsoft Government Leaders’ Forum'' | 20 September 2006.[http://www.scottish.parliament.uk/nmCentre/news/news-06/pa06-068.htm]
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| − | #{{note|10}}''Scottish Parliament to host the UK’s first Microsoft Government Leaders’ Forum'' | 20 September 2006.[http://www.scottish.parliament.uk/nmCentre/news/news-06/pa06-068.htm]Microsoft UK Press Center [http://www.microsoft.com/uk/press/content/presscentre/releases/2004/11/pr03340.mspx Raymond O'Hare]accessed 18/02/07
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| − | #{{note|11}} ''Scottish Parliament to host the UK’s first Microsoft Government Leaders’ Forum'' | 20 September 2006.[http://www.scottish.parliament.uk/nmCentre/news/news-06/pa06-068.htm]Microsoft UK Press Center [http://www.microsoft.com/uk/press/content/presscentre/releases/2004/11/pr03340.mspx Raymond O'Hare]accessed 18/02/07
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| − | #{{note|12}} Lucy Sherriff [http://209.85.129.104/search?q=cache:ObadE5UNRR0J:www.theregister.co.uk/2005/01/05/scottish_it_spending_spree/+microsoft+scotland&hl=en&gl=uk&ct=clnk&cd=1 Microsoft says Scottish NHS must curb IT spend: Unusual advice from a vendor] ''The Register'', Published Wednesday 5th January 2005 13:25 GMT
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| − | #{{note|13}}Microsoft Website [http://www.microsoft.com/uk/press/executives/default.mspx Uk executives] accessed 21/02/07
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| − | #{{note|25}} Scotsman website Billionaire, benefactor...but is Bill Gates a force for good? [http://news.scotsman.com/scitech.cfm?id=161002007.html Microsoft and Scottish executive Agreement] accessed 28/02/07
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History of Microsoft
The company was founded by Bill Gates and Paul Allen in 1975 and generated profits of $16,000. In the 1980s microsoft flourished as it provided the operating system DOS for IBM’s PC.
Today Microsoft is an international company present in 102 different countries, employing 76,000 people and generalting a profit of $44.28 billion per year.
Microsoft takes up 18.3 million square feet of office building space and is ranked 15th in the world's top 500 companies. Microsoft's has driven 93% of the world's desktop computers since 1991 and its office software dominates 90% of the market and earns the company $9 billion a year. In 1990 Microsoft became the first software company to reach $1 billion in revenue. In 2003 Microsoft's revenue increased by $3.82 billion to $32.19 billion with a net income of $9993 billion. Although Microsoft have been accused of fraudulent accounting in order to show profit[1].
The company headquarters are in Redmond, Washington, USA.
Microsoft have ownership of MSNBC cable television network, the MSN Internet portal, and the Microsoft Encarta multimedia encyclopedia.
The company has faced much controversy over the years as many have attributed their success to their illegal monopoly over operating systems which effectively pushes competition out of the market. The company has faced legal proceedings aroung the world and have been found guilty on the charges of holding an unfair monopoly. However, as microsoft are an extrmely rich company, the finacial penalties they face are insignificant and they often pay their way out of any legal obligations to rectify this monopoly.
Microsoft’s Philanthropy
Bill Gates likes to consider himself above all as a philanthropic man. At the Government Leaders Forum he quoted Carnegie: ‘he who dies rich dies disgraced.’ Although Gates found the funny side to this, saying that he was still working on it, his charity has been described as the ‘Microsoft of charities’. The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation was launched by a donation from Bill Gates of £54 million in 2000. Gates has a very philanthropic public image and has joined Bono on the cover of Time magazine as Humanitarian of the year and was voted 8th in the list of “Heroes of our Time” by the New Statesman.
However, the ‘Microsoft of charities’ may hold alternative meanings as it has been criticised for disinvestments. In January the Los Angeles Times exposed the foundation for investing over £254 million in oil companies including Royal Dutch Shell, Exxon Mobil, Chevron and Total who were being accused of causing health problems in Nigeria which, ironically, is another area of funding for the trust[2].
Microsoft's Partner Companies
Charteris plc
Resources
International role
Microsoft have faced criticism and legal action around the world. The main accusations are that they constitute a monopoly and effectively push competitors out of the market. Court cases in the US and Europe give some indication of how they conduct their business and political activities.
Lobbying firms
Notes
