“I firmly believe that companies should be designed to be immortal. … Dell's future is bright largely due to the power of a founder who can think strategically and doesn't milk his company for personal gain. In the current environment that is a unique and powerful advantage.”

— Rob Enderle

Michael Dell Interview: How Dell Is Being Reborn http://itbusinessedge.com/cm/blogs/enderle/michael-dell-interview-how-dell-is-being-reborn/?cs=50238 in IT Business Edge (17 April 2012)

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