Intel's Fall: From Dominant Disruptor to the Disrupted

01/02/2025 13 min

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Intel’s current struggles serve as a stark warning for companies facing disruptive innovation. It's a cautionary tale about the importance of continuous innovation, agility, and a willingness to adapt. The story also demonstrates the danger of neglecting emerging market opportunities and remaining solely focused on existing business.Sources for this podcast1.         https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/how-intel-lost-its-way 2.         https://www.theregister.com/2023/10/30/arm_intel_comment/ 3.         https://www.vamsitalkstech.com/strategy/industry-spotlight-did-intel-fail-its-own-digital-transformation/ 4.         https://manufacturing-today.com/news/behind-intels-challenges-manufacturing-delays-and-leadership-shifts/#:~:text=The%20company%20faced%20prolonged%20delays,more%20efficient%20and%20powerful%20processors. 5.        https://samlin001.medium.com/can-intel-regain-its-crown-25b610b4c73e 6.        https://www.devere-group.com/why-is-intel-falling-behind/ 7.         https://www.investopedia.com/intel-gelsinger-isnt-alone-2024-record-year-ceo-changes-8756513#:~:text=Intel's%20Gelsinger%20Isn't%20Alone,Record%20Year%20for%20CEO%20Changes 8.         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