Technology management in manufacturing business: process and practical assessment
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A technology management process assessment procedure was created to assess technology management activities and processes in manufacturing companies. The procedure offers a structured means of mapping out cross-functional business processes and linkages, and evaluating their effectiveness. The assessment procedure, which is based on a five-process technology management framework, is composed of three stages, namely strategic overview, process overview and process investigation.
Publication Name: Technovation
Subject: High technology industry
ISSN: 0166-4972
Year: 1998
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Decision support system for the management of systems change
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The management of systems innovation within manufacturing organizations is investigated by examining the key factors that are critical to the success of such process. These factors are group management, strategic planning, empowerment, systems engineering and the learning environment. A novel method that consists of a step by step approach and modelling and analysis tools for implementing a smooth and effective systems innovation is presented.
Publication Name: Technovation
Subject: High technology industry
ISSN: 0166-4972
Year: 1999
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The role of creativity within best practice manufacturing
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The full potential of benchmarking and business process re-engineering can not be reached if conventional wisdom continues to pervade in the manufacturing sector. Best practice manufacturing is directly associated with creativity, so management should be introduced to first stage thinking. Management should be prepared to meet the requirements of creativity, which include forgiveness, curiosity and an unconditional positive regard.
Publication Name: Technovation
Subject: High technology industry
ISSN: 0166-4972
Year: 1996
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