HP (NYSE:HPQ) is a global technology company specializing in personal computing devices, printers and related supplies, as well as 3D printing solutions. The company’s personal systems segment offers a broad portfolio of desktops, laptops, workstations and displays designed for consumers, small businesses and enterprise customers. In its printing segment, HP provides inkjet and laser-based printers, all-in-one devices, and managed print services, alongside consumables such as ink and toner cartridges.
Founded in 1939 by Bill Hewlett and Dave Packard in Palo Alto, California, the original Hewlett-Packard Company built a reputation for engineering innovation before splitting in 2015 into HP Inc., focused on PCs and printing, and Hewlett Packard Enterprise, which serves enterprise IT markets. Today, HP Inc. maintains research and development centers across North America, Europe and Asia, supporting its mission to develop sustainable products and solutions that address both individual consumer needs and large-scale commercial workflows.
HP serves customers in more than 170 countries through a network of direct sales, retail partners and online channels. Its product lineup includes flagship laptop families such as the Spectre, EliteBook and Pavilion series; desktop models across the OMEN gaming and Z workstations lines; and a range of print devices from entry-level home printers to high-volume laser machines for corporate use. The company has also invested in advanced manufacturing technologies, including Metal Jet 3D printing, aimed at industrial-scale production.
Since October 2019, Enrique Lores has led HP Inc. as chief executive officer, overseeing the company’s strategy to drive growth via digital transformation initiatives, sustainability commitments and customer-centric innovation. Under his leadership, HP continues to expand its ecosystem of products, services and partnerships that enable users and organizations worldwide to create, communicate and collaborate more effectively.