BusinessWeek hat auch dieses Jahr wieder die Top 50 der innovativsten Firmen veröffentlicht. Während Sony und Microsoft bereits im letzten Jahr dabei waren, stößt diesmal auch Nintendo hinzu. Allerdings geht es in dieser Liste natürlich nicht nur um Videospiele, sondern um alle Sparten der jeweiligen Konzerne. Die Kommentare zu den drei für uns interessantesten Herstellern könnt ihr hier lesen:
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5. Microsoft
2006 rank: 5
To some, Microsoft is more fast follower than bleeding-edge innovator. Still, the software giant's multibillion-dollar R&D generates everything from handwriting-recognition software to sharper font resolution. While not flashy, such creations help ensure Windows and Office hegemony.
10. Sony
2006 rank: 13
This traditional tech hardware maker is devoting more resources to software. To turn its PlayStation 3 console from living-room box to virtual gateway, it created a 3D online world that simulates the real one. It's expanding cross-border alliances for flat TVs and cell phones, too.
39. Nintendo
2006 rank: not ranked
Think video games are only for misfits and geeks? The designers of the Wii video game console came up with a revolutionary motion-sensing wireless controller that shatters the stereotype, targeting consumers of all ages. Its best brains have called on game creators to go beyond game sequels.[/quote]