Why Intel’s M&A Binge Will Fail – Buying Growth is Not a Strategy. Intel’s recent acquisition binge has been enormous—they’ve spent almost $10 billion in the past month on TI’s cable modem division, security software maker McAfee, and Infineon’s Wireless Solutions (WLS) business. At last week’s Intel Developer Forum, CEO Paul Otellini talked about this massive acquisition spree like it’s predestined to succeed. But if we look back in time, Intel’s pitiful M&A track record suggests this couldn’t be further from the truth. Between 1999-2003, Intel spent over $11 billion buying about 40 companies, and the vast majority of these acquisitions failed. In fact, of the 15 largest acquisitions in its history, Intel has shut down or sold off the acquired products in every single case (aside from Wind River which is too recent to include). This is an awe-inspiringly bad track record, and likely puts Intel as the worst acquirer in tech history. There isn’t even a Wikipedia acquisition page for Intel like there is for Google, Microsoft, Cisco, and Apple.
Intel aims to ease life with new chips, products. By John Yantis - Sept. 12, 2010 12:00 AM The Arizona Republic A new generation of computing microprocessors, connected wirelessly to the Internet, soon will revolutionize everyday life, creating smarter, more-efficient products. Homeowners will be able to cut their energy bills because an electronic device on their kitchen countertop will suggest the cheapest times to do the laundry. Get info on some of Intel's new gadgets Doctors may be able to carry ultrasound machines in their lab coats. Department-store shoppers will discover the most popular shirts to go with those pants thanks to an image on a screen attached to the checkout register. Workers will find the office vending machine now makes suggestions. This wave of new devices, which promise to reach into nearly every corner of people's lives, could have Intel inside.
The Atom microprocessor at the heart of Intel's effort is designed, sold and manufactured at a division based in Chandler. Santa Clara, Calif. Getting the connection. Intel's Double-Digit Dreaming - Forbes.com. Intel Wants to Be Inside Everything. Two years ago, Intel (INTC) held a contest for college students, asking them to come up with new uses for the company's Atom processor. One proposal: a shower that regulates water temperature and plays music from the Internet. While Intel doesn't plan to enter the shower market, it is putting its chips into gas pumps, cars, musical instruments, and other devices where few processors have gone before. Chips that act as the brains of electronic devices other than computers or mobile phones are known as embedded processors and represent a $10 billion market, according to Intel Chief Executive Paul Otellini.
That's small compared with the $34.5 billion market for PC processors. Intel will have $43 billion in revenues this year, according to analysts in a Bloomberg survey. Of that, only about $1 billion comes from embedded products, says the company. Still, Atom sales are growing fast, and the company is counting on the chip to help break its dependence on the slowing PC market. Intel Atom In-Vehicle Infotainment at CES 2010. Embedded Design Center - About the Intel® EDC Landing Page. Embedded Design Center. Amazing Places You’ll Find Intel Inside. Menu Best MatchSuggested: Products Topics Audiences How to Buy Support About Intel Products with Intel Inside® Processors Boards Intel® NUC Chipsets Solid-State Drives Server Products Ethernet Products Wireless More Products Intel@Home Intel@Work Industries Education IT Managers Embedded Developers Channel Personal Use Developers Small Business Press and Investors Job Seekers Systems Boxed and Storage Products For Business Use For Home Use For Embedded Developers Find Intel® Technology Providers Tools and Resources Warranty Communities Help Downloads and Drivers Company Information Events Newsroom Today@Intel Our Technology Embedded Design Center Hardware and Software Industry Solutions Design Resources Contact Us Amazing Places You'll Find Intel Inside Innovative developers are creating new intelligent, connected devices that extend beyond the PC.
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