Question 1131: Toss of a coin

The founders of X, known to friends and employees by their first names, developed a unique management style that came to be known as The X Way. In one of the founder's words, the X Way is "a core ideology ... which includes a deep respect for the individual, a dedication to affordable quality and reliability, a commitment to community responsibility, and a view that the company exists to make technical contributions for the advancement and welfare of humanity." The following are the tenets of the X way:

1. We have trust and respect for individuals.
2. We focus on a high level of achievement and contribution.
3. We conduct our business with uncompromising integrity.
4. We achieve our common objectives through teamwork.
5. We encourage flexibility and innovation.

Identify X.


Answer: Hewlett-Packard founded by Bill Hewlett and Dave Packard.