Death of a Software Company: Informix Teaches Lessons
Ever heard of Informix? I bet, as long as you were in the IT market five years ago. Knew what happened to Informix these years? AdvancedIPPipeline has the story about its death, and how a so-called innovative merger started that. At last the article says, "What are the lessons to take away from this cautionary tale? Focus, ... Keep your finger on the pulse of not only your customers but also your employees. If you're not the 800-pound gorilla in the market, don't taunt it and don't fight the battle alone; sign up some partners. And know your limitations as an executive."