In <[log in to unmask]> [log in to unmask] writes:

> > Winston writes:
> >
> > > Although I regularly read 3000L I have very rarely participated in the
> > >  discussions.
> >
> > I actually think that that's a mistake, too. Your comments and perspectives
> > clearly carry a great deal of weight and would be appreciated as often as yo
> > you care to give them.

What Wirt said! :-)

> > >  Having said all of that, let me now also say that I understand your
> > >  concerns.  Believe me, I do.

[snip]

> > >  Even prior to the recent 3000L discussion threads, my staff and I have
> > >  been working closely with other parts of HP to ensure that the HP e3000 i
> > >  appropriately positioned   I have had many personal conversations with HP
> > >  s top executives and they are all very supportive of the HP e3000.  They
> > >  recognize the history, value the product, even more so value the
> > >  customers, and truly feel bad about the miscommunication.   I feel
> > >  confident that you will see a difference in the coming months.
> >
> > I personally truly look forward to that.

Ditto.

[snip]

> > None of us have any desire to do harm to HP, and most especially CSY. It's
> > just that sometimes a kick in the pants is good for everyone, especially if
> > it's well deserved.

I'd add that I personally believe that Winston and the folks at CSY are
trying to get the word out... It's always been a challenge at HP and I have
no doubt that it's become even tougher of late. I view the WSJ ad we're
talking about as something to help the CSY folks get their message out. I'd
like to see it portray a positive message (not a shot at HP). More of a
backhanded compliment for keeping the HPe3000 a secret from our competitors.
Something that'll help get Winston's phone calls to Carly returned! ;-) :-)

  -Chris eBartram