HP Boise’s incredible impact: How HP helped start the technology industry here in Idaho

By: Richard Raimondi

Outlets: Idaho Capital Sun

Published: April 21, 2026

Words: 973

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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Upon hearing of HP’s impending departure from Boise after 53 years, I, along with thousands of other former HP employees, were very saddened. We feel for the 1,100 current employees, their families and our community at large. We wish them all the best in determining what is next in their lives now that HP is closing down the site in 2027.

But rather than dwell on feeling sad or angry, I would like …

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