Silicon Glen: From Ships to Microchips

Overview

Scotland's Silicon Glen, once a thriving hub of innovation, saw its fortunes shift with IBM's arrival in post-war Greenock. Attracted by government initiatives to revitalize industry, the tech giant created thousands of jobs and drew global investments. This documentary explores the work culture at IBM, known as Big Blue, and reveals personal stories from the factory floor. It also highlights the company’s significant contributions to landmark events, including the Moon landings and the making of Stanley Kubrick's iconic film, 2001: A Space Odyssey, showcasing a pivotal era in technological history.