Factors affecting the process of collaborative product development: A study of UK manufacturers of information and communications technology products
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The study analyzed various aspects of collaborations aimed at generating developments of existing or new products; and determined that the main reasons for collaborating on product development projects are satisfying customer requirements, taking advantage of market opportunities, and responding to changes in technology. Reducing the cost and risk of product R&D, enhancing time to market, and gaining access to new markets are the other reasons for collaboration. The study also assessed the effect of collaboration on the product development process. It was found that respondents tended to consider that collaboration does not necessarily result in product developments that are more effective responses to market requirements. Respondents were also asked to indicate the major risks which they think attend product development collaboration. The study indicated that the risk of giving proprietary information to a collaborative partner was the most frequently mentioned risk of collaborative product development. Article includes discussion on factors affecting the outcome of collaborative product development.
Publication Name: Journal of Product Innovation Management
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0737-6782
Year: 1995
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Managing requirements capture within a global telecommunications company
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Trident, a worldwide telecommunications firm, is in the process of changing its line of specialization from customer specific hardware products to more mass-oriented software items. Information has to be gathered and processed before the specific requirements for each new product or service can be determined. Information is acquired through different sources, such as technical reports, professional experience and customer surveys. Some of these concepts will manifest in a specific product or service while others will need further refinement.
Publication Name: R & D Management
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0033-6807
Year: 1999
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Success factors for collaborative product development: a study of suppliers of information and communication technology
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Flexibility and adaptability are factors to be considered when entering into collaborative ventures. A survey of 100 suppliers of information and communication technology products in the UK revealed that establishment of flexibility and adaptability prevents the occurrence of a complete withdrawal of one of the partners especially in times of uncertainty. Establishment of personal commitment through regular communication also prevents withdrawal and failure.
Publication Name: R & D Management
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0033-6807
Year: 1995
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