I also don't get it , all the devices from pc to mobile phone , specially the new models have a close relationship , they use the same technology.
I don't think pc is something too different from tablet.Furthermore companies that manufacturing pc is more easy for them to adjust and manufacture tablet.
Acer a week ago gave the street weak outlook on its business, in which the company has already lost over $1 billion in market value.Clearly there was pressure by the board to have the CEO removed immediately.As for Acer tablet strategy, a November 23, 2010 PC Mag sneak peek review and video can be found here:
I agree with you. There is no clarity on whether Lancy was being too cautious and behind the times, or was he moving too fast for the board ? Any idea who is in the race to become new CEO ?
"In addition, we are stepping into the new mobile device market, where we will invest cautiously and aim to become one of the leading players."
What does "invest cautiously" mean? To me, they know that they are so far behind that they are not sure that they can gain ground and be an effective player. Also, "aim to be a leading player" does not inspire confidence and drive. Maybe Acer is saying what they think investors want to hear right now but are not sure of where they are heading and/or how they can regain market leadership.
It is clear that Acer is late to the Tablet party and the chairman is still not able to accept it. If they have money they should make aggressive investments or a better idea is may be to acquire a start up tablet company and they can turn it around. Don't you all feel the same!!!!!
Its a well known fact when a company becomes Big& successful pursuing one strategy they are loath to change that strategy until its too late...[I learnt in Strategy class as well in that Great book-Innovators Dilemma].
So its no surprise that a company as wildly successful as Acer[Yes it is ,among the dozens of OEM manufacturers in Taiwan/China,how many have been able to carve a successful Brandname for themselves in the World Market??];will do whatever they can to HOLD ONTO and preserve their Gains[Note the operative word here].
This is exactly what that statement released by the Company below means-
"The personal computer remains the core of our business. We have built up a strong foundation and will continue to expand within, especially in the commercial PC segment. In addition, we are stepping into the new mobile device market, where we will invest cautiously and aim to become one of the leading players."
They are unsure if Tablets are just a fad which will go away in a couple of years or be the next big thing.Why pour our Valuable Capital and Resources in ,if this is just a fad that is going to die away soon???
I am not saying this is the right strategy,just the way they are thinking right now.
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