Apple has such a magnetic brand presence, it is easy to assume that Windows-based tech is dead and gone – if you only pay attention to flashy presentations. But the death of the PC has been dramatically overstated, as you can see from the trend lines in sheer numbers. That said, we’re in new territory here, where the sales of …
Capital expenditures at Apple go through the roof
This chart of capital expenditures at Apple, courtesy of Asymco, shows that something major is up. Look at the sheer level of investment in machinery, equipment, manufacturing tools, and internal use software. While it isn’t clear exactly what Apple intends to do, obviously the company is building infrastructure that will allow it to expand. Where do you think this expansion …
Amazon, Apple, Google, Facebook and where retail is headed
This presentation from Scott Galloway is a mind-bending look at the business models of the largest tech companies in the world and what they will do to transform the retail sector. Spoiler alert: The future will not look as logical as the present for all firms. Something will have to give. The fireworks might make a very loud bang.