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Meg Whitman stories

Meg Whitman is an influential figure in the technology and business sectors, whose career spans leadership roles at some of the world's leading tech companies. Through her tenure at companies like Hewlett Packard (HP) and Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), Whitman has demonstrated a keen interest in navigating companies through periods of significant change and transformation. Her focus has revolved around strategic initiatives such as enticing IBM partners pre-Lenovo deal with HP's Project Smart Choice, spearheading the 'New Style of IT' to drive growth and adaptability, and significantly, leading HP through a pivotal split into two independent public companies.

Whitman's interests extend beyond traditional tech company management; she has also explored the dynamics of HP's relationship with major players like Microsoft and Google, and made strategic moves towards embracing future-oriented technologies and business models. This is evident from HPE's unveiling of the world’s largest single-memory computer aimed at big data challenges and the strategic merger of non-core software assets with Micro Focus. Her career trajectory took a notable turn when she ventured into the new media production space as CEO of NewTV, showcasing her adaptability and vision for future tech trends. Whitman's leadership has not only been about growth and transformation but also about making tough decisions such as workforce reductions and restructuring to align with future objectives.

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Redundancies ahead for HPE NZ employees amidst global restructuring
Mon, 5th Feb 2018
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It has been rumoured that employees of HPE NZ could be facing redundancy due to the HPE Next initiative introduced by Meg Whitman last year.
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Former HPE boss Meg Whitman makes move to new media production
Thu, 25th Jan 2018
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Meg Whitman, former CEO of HPE is starting as CEO of NewTV, a short, mobile media production company from Dreamworks co-founder Jeffrey Katzenberg.
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Meg Whitman to leave HPE CEO position early next year
Wed, 22nd Nov 2017
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Whitman resigns as HPE's CEO; Neri set to helm the tech giant from February 2018.
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HPE unveils 160TB memory-driven computing ‘Machine’ built for big data
Wed, 17th May 2017
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HPE has unveiled the world’s largest single-memory computer – all 160 terabytes of it - as it looks to create a new technology paradigm.
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HPE aims for success with go-forward strategy
Fri, 9th Sep 2016
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HPE CEO announces plans to merge non-core software assets with Micro Focus, creating one of the world's largest software companies.
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HPE takes wraps off new Partner Ready program
Fri, 6th Nov 2015
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Hewlett Packard Enterprise has taken the wraps off its new Partner Ready partner program. So what's in it for partners?.
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It’s official: Say hello to Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
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With the separation of Hewlett Packard into two companies now formally complete, Hewlett Packard Packard Enterprise is embarking ‘on a new journey'.
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HP split well underway
Mon, 6th Jul 2015
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HP has made a significant step in its plan to separate into two independent public companies and is on track to complete the separation in November o.
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HP aims to ease partner separation anxiety with new programme
Tue, 17th Mar 2015
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HP has pledged to help its channel partners through its upcoming split, launching the ‘Partner Navigator Program’ to help ease separation anxiety.
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“Stable” HP targets IBM partners heading to Lenovo
Mon, 9th Jun 2014
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HP launches Project Smart Choice to entice IBM partners pre-Lenovo deal, promising swifter certifications and superior solutions.
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HP helps partners capitalise on the 'New Style of IT'
Tue, 8th Apr 2014
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HP spearheads 'New Style of IT' transformation, offering partners new solutions, tools, and program updates to drive growth and adaptability.
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HP’s conflicted relationship with printing
Wed, 12th Mar 2014
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HP derived 20% of its revenue and 37% of its non-GAAP operating profit from print in the last quarter. Why does it downplay print?.
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NZ exclusive: Evolving HP keeps the PC faith
Mon, 23rd Dec 2013
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HP dominates New Zealand PC market, grows 21% YoY, while also investing in tablet space. Innovation strategy paying off.
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Hey Meg, how much does HP now love Microsoft?
Mon, 14th Oct 2013
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A long time ago, they used to be friends. But not now - as HP CEO Meg Whitman brands Microsoft as its 'outright competitor' after getting close to Google.
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Expanding HP appoints three directors
Tue, 16th Jul 2013
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Hewlett Packard welcomes new talent, appointing tech veterans Bennett, Ozzie, and Skinner to its board, in a major expansion move.
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HP not giving up on growth
Thu, 13th Jun 2013
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HP CEO Meg Whitman believes revenue growth is still possible for the company in fiscal year 2014, despite concerns about the unpredictable PC market.
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HP's woe after nine year low
Thu, 4th Oct 2012
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CEO predicts a 'fix and rebuild year' for 2013 as company stock crashes to its lowest level in nine years.
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HP suffers record US$8.9bn loss
Thu, 23rd Aug 2012
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Technology giant blames poor acquisitions and stagnate PC sales for the biggest loss in company history.
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HP to cut 27,000 jobs worldwide - Updated
Thu, 24th May 2012
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8% of company's workforce to go by end of fiscal 2014. So what does CEO Meg Whitman plan to do with the money?.
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Is the IT industry still only for men?
Thu, 3rd Nov 2011
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If you're a woman in the tech sector, IT Brief editor Angelique Jurd wants to hear from you.
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IBM names first female CEO
Thu, 27th Oct 2011
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IBM appoints Virginia Rometty as its first female CEO after 100 years in business. She will take up the role in January.