Publications
Publications
- April 1999 (Revised May 2000)
- HBS Case Collection
Compaq Computer: Intel Inside?
By: David E. Bell and Ann Leamon
Abstract
Presents the results of quantitative and qualitative market research on the possible acceptance of a non-Intel processor in Compaq Computer's consumer notebook line. If the low-priced, non-Intel notebook is a success, the company will maintain or increase its 45% share of the market. If not, it could cease to be a player in the market it has created and filled. Students must evaluate the reliability of the research and decide which of three products to produce.
Keywords
Distribution; Production; Success; Performance Evaluation; Mathematical Methods; Competition; Computer Industry
Citation
Bell, David E., and Ann Leamon. "Compaq Computer: Intel Inside?" Harvard Business School Case 599-061, April 1999. (Revised May 2000.)