In her role as Technical Director, she played a pivotal part in the development of Cobol, which became the first standardized business programming language. This innovation was significant as it allowed for multiplatform functionality, enabling various systems to communicate and operate together effectively.
The creation of Cobol marked a turning point in the realm of programming, making it easier for businesses to implement software solutions. Walter Isaacson, in his book "The Innovators: The Geniuses Who Invented the Future," highlights her influence in this groundbreaking achievement that laid the foundation for modern computing.