https://peertube.dngr.us/videos/watch/827e8859-62f5-499a-b5be-76572dd9ee64 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCddem5RlB3bQe99wyY49g0g/join Want to learn more about Periscope Film and get access to exclusive swag? Join us on Patreon. Visit https://www.patreon.com/PeriscopeFilm Visit our website www.PeriscopeFilm.com Dating to the early 1960s, "The Roads that Led To Rome" presents an historical overview of the early years of International Business Machines or IBM, originally known as CTR (Computing, Tabulating, Recording). It covers the company's formation in 1911, its early product lines, and its evolution through the 1920s and 1930s. The narrative highlights significant milestones. It also touches on the company's advertising strategies, employee training programs, and contributions to major projects like Social Security record-keeping. The film emphasizes IBM's growth, innovation, and the leadership of its founders, particularly Thomas J. Watson. 0:30: In 1911, a company known as CTR (Computing, Tabulating, Recording) was established. CTR had diverse product lines and factories in Washington and Binghamton. 1:30: The company participated in business shows and conventions, promoting their products. Early advertising lacked glamour, reflecting the times before Madison Avenue sophistication. 2:30: The era saw the introduction of household appliances, and the advent of automobiles, with the Oldsmobile and Model T, changed transportation. Visual: parade of early automobiles, a pro baseball game in a small town. 3:23: Women in the workplace as office girls, using an IBM punch data card machine. Early office work involved manual data processing and sorting. Punched card systems first consisted of a punch, sorter and tabulator. 4:30: Innovations in data processing included punched cards and tabulators. 5:00: The company published its own magazine and promoted equality. 5:30: Conventions and executive schools were held, with attendees arriving by various means. 6:00 : The first resort meeting was held, featuring informal activities like dancing and golf. Sales schools continued to educate employees on business practices. 7:00: In 1924, CTR became IBM, opening new showrooms and expanding its product line. Company employees shown playing golf on an outing. Atlantic City office shown in 1924, with IBM Corp. signage. 8:41: New York's Fifth Avenue seen in the 1920s. Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition of 1926 world's fair in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 9:00: Sales schools and conventions continued to grow, reflecting the company's expansion. IBM's advertising and promotional efforts evolved over time. 10:20: the company's new headquarters. Assembly line for mechanical equipment. 11:43: punch card machine shown up close. 12:00: The company played a significant role in Social Security record-keeping. 12:46: During the Depression, the company participates in the NRA or National Recovery Administration parade. 1932 Chicago World's Fair exposition. 13:48: IBM electric typewriter called the Electromatic was manufactured beginning in 1935. 15:00: IBM selling automatic card feeding equipment, multipliers, alphabetic accounting machines, the IBM 405, and "no stoop" sorters. The IBM 405 Alphabetical Accounting Machine was launched in 1934. This was IBM's high-end tabulator offering (and the first one to be called an Accounting Machine) 15:39, a Chinese language film about IBM. 16:00: The company emphasized education and training for its employees. 16:30: Conventions featured elaborate stage settings and awards for employees. 17:00: IBM's international expansion celebrated in a "Used the World Over" promo film including installations in Asia and Europe. 18:00: IBM's sales schools and conventions reflected its expanding business. 19:30: The company participated in the New York World's Fair, showcasing its innovations. 20:30: The company held conventions and events, celebrating its achievements. 22:00: Typewriter word per minute speed record set at the World's Fair. 22:30: The company held large events for employees and their families. 23:00: IBM's exhibits at the New York World's Fair in 1939 showcased its interest in world peace. The company documented its growth through models and displays. 24:00: IBM's profits and achievements were celebrated, despite world conditions. 24:30: Summary images of various landmark machines as the company resumed its focus on growth and innovation after WWII. A special tribute is paid to Mr. & Mrs. Thomas J. Watson. 27:00: IBM's contributions to business and technology. The company continued to grow and innovate, building a strong foundation for the future. This film is part of the Periscope Film LLC archive, one of the largest historic military, transportation, and aviation stock footage collections in the USA. Entirely film backed, this material is available for licensing in 24p HD, 2k and 4k. 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