Building Quote by Bill Gates
“The potential financial reward for building the 'next Windows' is so great that there will never be a shortage of new technologies seeking to challenge it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Technology conference keynote, 1998
The massive profit potential of a dominant OS ensures constant competition from new tech challengers.
In simple terms: Big profit attracts endless competition.
Innovate to stay ahead.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- software development
- startup strategy
- investment decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can new entrants succeed?
- What protects consumers from monopoly?
Dominant platforms can stifle diversity.