Harold Geneen: Data-driven Charismatic Organization

Harold Janine transformed ITT into a powerhouse through data-driven management and acquisitions. His leadership style, focused on facts and numbers, made ITT successful but also led to its collapse after his departure. Despite its downfall, ITT's history offers valuable lessons on the importance of data and evidence in management.

What were the key factors that contributed to Harold Janine's success as the chief executive of ITT?

In what ways did Janine's leadership differ from that of his predecessor at ITT?

How did Janine's background in accountancy influence his management style at ITT?

What role did data and evidence play in Janine's approach to running ITT?

What were the consequences of Janine's departure from ITT in 1979?

Discuss the impact of Janine's work ethic on the culture at ITT.

How can modern organizations learn from Janine's leadership at ITT?