Rajesh Jha credits former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer with showing "incredible courage" by committing the company fully to the cloud transition despite significant internal skepticism.

Expert perspectiveRajesh JhaApr 9

Ben Horowitz states that under Satya Nadella's leadership, Microsoft has become an exceptionally good partner, a significant change from the Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer eras.

Expert perspectiveBen HorowitzApr 6

Steve Ballmer identifies Microsoft's failure to establish a strong position in the mobile phone market as a significant strategic miss during his tenure as CEO.

Expert perspectiveSteve BallmerApr 2

During the Steve Ballmer era, Microsoft failed to capitalize on major technology waves including search, mobile, and social media, leading to a period of stock price stagnation.

Expert perspectiveDina BassApr 2

During Steve Ballmer's tenure as CEO, Microsoft's revenue and profit increased, even though its stock price remained largely flat.

Expert perspectiveDina BassApr 2

Under Steve Ballmer's leadership, Microsoft launched its cloud platform, Azure, and appointed Satya Nadella to lead the division to accelerate its cloud strategy.

Expert perspectiveApr 2

Under Satya Nadella's leadership, Microsoft's revenue, profit, and market capitalization have all increased by more than three times.

Expert perspectiveSteve BallmerApr 2

What Steve Ballmer has said