Gururaj Deshpande has a knack of spotting the next wave of technology just a wee bit earlier than most competitors. That's been the distinguishing feature of all his three start-ups. He is always in search of his next entrepreneurial adventure, emboldened by a taste of his true calling. I know the company is broken if you say let's invite all these important people in for a decision. Then it's a purely political environment.
Encouraging innovation is crucial for Sycamore.
It is ahead of the curve at this stage, because rivals like Lucent and Nortel are reluctant to cannibalise their own markets. Back home Deshpande is as normal as any other person is. Gururaj Deshpande is quite proud of himself. At home, wife Jaishree, a part-time professor at a local college, helps ensure that the cultural roots are strong. There's no lavish pampering for their two boys.