Case Study: The Rise of a Tech Giant
The tech industry is filled with stories of companies that have risen from humble beginnings to become global giants. One such company is NVIDIA, a leader in graphics processing units (GPUs) and artificial intelligence (AI). This case study explores NVIDIA’s journey from a startup to a tech giant, highlighting the key factors that contributed to its success and the lessons it offers for other companies.
Founding and Early Years
NVIDIA was founded in 1993 by Jensen Huang, Chris Malachowsky, and Curtis Priem. The company started with a vision to create graphics chips for the burgeoning video game market. In its early years, NVIDIA faced stiff competition from established players like Intel and AMD. However, the founders’ focus on innovation and quality helped the company carve out a niche in the market.