Ohga saw the potential of the compact disc early and spearheaded Sony 's efforts in that area , the company said . Ohga is credited with helping to develop the compact disc . He led the company 's growth in music , games and publishing . Ohga died of multiple organ failure at home .
Ohga is credited with helping to develop the compact disc . He led the company 's growth in music , games and publishing . Ohga died of multiple organ failure at home .