Former Microsoft Exec Says Steve Ballmer Pushes Out Rivals to Keep Power

Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer maintains his top position by forcing out any colleagues who challenge his authority, claims a former executive with the software giant.

In a new book set to launch Tuesday, Joachim Kempim criticizes Microsoft, and says Ballmer is not the right person to lead the company.

"For Microsoft to really get back in the game seriously, you need a big change in management," Kempin told Reuters. "As much as I respect Steve Ballmer, he may be a part of that in the end."

Before retiring in 2002, Kempin worked as the company's senior vice-president, overseeing worldwide OEM sales and marketing activities. He first joined Microsoft in 1983.

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