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Perspectives: Clues from history on the impact of a great IT leader

By Alan Cane

Published: February 14 2009 03:33 | Last updated: February 14 2009 03:33

Are companies with determined or charismatic leaders doomed to lose their way if that leader has a reason to relinquish the reins?

It is a burning question, as Bill Gates, the very determined former head of Microsoft, has moved to concentrate on philanthropic activities and Steve Jobs, the undoubtedly charismatic head of Apple Computer, has been sidelined because of illness.

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