ABSTRACT

Originally published in 1993 this book presents the findings of 14 teams involved in a research initiative to examine the initiation and resonse to innovation in firms. It draws together the many strands which were discovered to influence the successful generation and adoption of new technologies. The core issues in technology management are looked at, including skills and expertise, markets and marketing, finance and the issue of technology collaboration both on a domestic and international basis. Technology is shown to be at the very heart of corporate strategy and policy formation.

chapter |16 pages

Introduction

part I|111 pages

The ‘core’ – management of new technology

chapter 1|17 pages

Managing technological innovation

Architecture, trust and organizational relationships in the firm

chapter 2|18 pages

Managing technology

Organizing for competitive advantage

part II|46 pages

Skills and expertise in the workforce

part IV|80 pages

Financing new technology

part V|25 pages

Collaboration in new technology