Neelam Dhawan, 49, Managing Director, Hewlett-Packard India
Once again in the BT Power List. Does it still enthuse you?
Yes, it is exciting to be on the list again. Being recognised amongst the best business leaders in the country feels good.
Your definition of power has it changed over the years?
It has. Power has always meant influence and impact of thought and new ideas. In my role at HP, it's the ability to influence the complete business ecosystem to deliver results, remain focussed and be accountable for assigned responsibilities. It means being accountable to employees, partners, customers, shareholders and delivering results.
New lessons learnt in 2009.
In a tough year, a focus on the core strengths helped sustain our leadership.
New frontiers conquered in 2009.
Integration of acquired businesses. Acquisitions and mergers always have challenges of bringing people from different organisations and backgrounds together into the same cultural fabric of the company.
What next?
Grow the business the economy is showing all signs of recovery. The coming year will be one of success and growth. The big deals are back and even the consumer businesses are doing better. Personal challenges? I have to make sure my daughter does well to ensure she makes it into a good college! - Kushan Mitra
Resource: Business Today