Microsoft is a technology company focusing on software development, hardware manufacturing, and digital services. Founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen in Albuquerque, NM, the American multinational corporation offers a wide range of products and services, including its flagship Windows operating system, Microsoft Office suite, Xbox gaming consoles, and cloud computing services through Azure. The company's headquarters are now located in Redmond, Washington, and Satya Nadella currently serves as the CEO.
Diverse in demographics, Microsoft's workforce comprises 33.7% females and 43.9% ethnic minorities; however, it leans heavily towards the Democratic Party in terms of political affiliation. With a strong employee retention rate averaging 5.2 years, the company has 182,268 employees globally and generates annual revenue of $198.3 billion. Microsoft's top competitors include Meta, Google, and NVIDIA, but it maintains its position as an industry leader in the technology sector.
