Managing knowledge transfer within multinational firms
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A survey of 12 chemical, electronics and telecommunication companies was carried out to identify the mechanisms underlying technology knowledge transfer in research-intensive multinational companies. The results indicated the presence of isolated specialization, supported specialization, specialized contributor and integrated laboratories structures supporting the use of forums, temporary assignments, personnel flows, electronic networks and international teams for the diffusion of knowledge.
Publication Name: International Journal of Technology Management
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0267-5730
Year: 1996
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Profiting from the virtual organization of technological innovation: suggestions from an empirical study
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Technology partnering becomes successful when members of the partnership provide in earnest the contribution expected of them. Domain in terms of control and resources must not be the rallying factor; not even equality. Large and small firms benefit from the partnership when contributions are seen to complement both sides. The process involves: accordingly, a definition of goals, selection of partners, formulation of the agreement and implementation of the partnership.
Publication Name: International Journal of Technology Management
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0267-5730
Year: 1998
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Managing virtual R&D organizations: lessons from the pharmaceutical industry
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Various criteria are found to be essential in developing and managing the virtual organization of r&d, according to a study on nine pharmaceutical firms. Those criteria are considered to be vital to guarantee the success of scientific technological collaborations. Meanwhile, a virtual organization in research and development is aimed at reaching external sources and knowledge essential for bringing about and developing successful innovations.
Publication Name: International Journal of Technology Management
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0267-5730
Year: 1997
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