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Measuring Commercial Potential of a New Technology at the Early Stage of Development with Fuzzy Logic
No full textCommercial potential is the opportunity of commercialization of the candidate technology. Every new technology to reach market needs to thrive and prosper in a continuously changing and unpredictable business environment. Determination of commercial potential of a technology is a necessary prerequisite element for defining successful commercialization strategies. Commercial potential can be determined by various methods.
The focus of this paper is on developing of a Fuzzy system for measuring commercial potential of a candidate technology at the early stage of development before spend the time and effort, based on Strategic Technology Evaluation Program (STEP).
Based on STEP, for commercialization, every new technology needs a number of characteristics; these characteristics are broken into some dimensions and this dimensions to some indices.
For measurement of commercial potential we use “IF {Fuzzy antecedents} THEN {Fuzzy consequent}” rule. This system uses experts’ knowledge and includes implementation of Fuzzy logic method and terminology.
The approach that is described here is simply a framework, which can be modified to fit different situations as appropriate.Commercial potential is the opportunity of commercialization of the candidate technology. Every new technology to reach market needs to thrive and prosper in a continuously changing and unpredictable business environment. Determination of commercial potential of a technology is a necessary prerequisite element for defining successful commercialization strategies. Commercial potential can be determined by various methods.
The focus of this paper is on developing of a Fuzzy system for measuring commercial potential of a candidate technology at the early stage of development before spend the time and effort, based on Strategic Technology Evaluation Program (STEP).
Based on STEP, for commercialization, every new technology needs a number of characteristics; these characteristics are broken into some dimensions and this dimensions to some indices.
For measurement of commercial potential we use “IF {Fuzzy antecedents} THEN {Fuzzy consequent}” rule. This system uses experts’ knowledge and includes implementation of Fuzzy logic method and terminology.
The approach that is described here is simply a framework, which can be modified to fit different situations as appropriate.Commercial potential is the opportunity of commercialization of the candidate technology. Every new technology to reach market needs to thrive and prosper in a continuously changing and unpredictable business environment. Determination of commercial potential of a technology is a necessary prerequisite element for defining successful commercialization strategies. Commercial potential can be determined by various methods.
The focus of this paper is on developing of a Fuzzy system for measuring commercial potential of a candidate technology at the early stage of development before spend the time and effort, based on Strategic Technology Evaluation Program (STEP).
Based on STEP, for commercialization, every new technology needs a number of characteristics; these characteristics are broken into some dimensions and this dimensions to some indices.
For measurement of commercial potential we use “IF {Fuzzy antecedents} THEN {Fuzzy consequent}” rule. This system uses experts’ knowledge and includes implementation of Fuzzy logic method and terminology.
The approach that is described here is simply a framework, which can be modified to fit different situations as appropriate
University Technology Buyers, A Glimpse Into Their Thoughts?
Get PDFThe university technology licensing research phenomena has mostly been addressed from seller (university) point of view while the technology buyer (licensee) has mostly been ignored. This paper reverses this research trend and addresses the university technology licensing phenomenon from the buyers’ perspectives. To explore the criteria most crucial to the university technology licensing decision making process, the author undertook a national survey addressing the most influential technology licensing executive in the US. In addition, the survey also addresses several questions about the licensing of university technologies, and shed insights on why some university technologies get licensed while many others do not.The university technology licensing research phenomena has mostly been addressed from seller (university) point of view while the technology buyer (licensee) has mostly been ignored. This paper reverses this research trend and addresses the university technology licensing phenomenon from the buyers’ perspectives. To explore the criteria most crucial to the university technology licensing decision making process, the author undertook a national survey addressing the most influential technology licensing executive in the US. In addition, the survey also addresses several questions about the licensing of university technologies, and shed insights on why some university technologies get licensed while many others do not.The university technology licensing research phenomena has mostly been addressed from seller (university) point of view while the technology buyer (licensee) has mostly been ignored. This paper reverses this research trend and addresses the university technology licensing phenomenon from the buyers’ perspectives. To explore the criteria most crucial to the university technology licensing decision making process, the author undertook a national survey addressing the most influential technology licensing executive in the US. In addition, the survey also addresses several questions about the licensing of university technologies, and shed insights on why some university technologies get licensed while many others do not
Gestión Estratégica de la Tecnología en el Predesarrollo de Nuevos Productos
Get PDFThe objective of this job is to propose a tool for innovation management in the Fuzzy Front End of New Product Development. The framework adopts a technology management approach. The method proposed parts from the establishment of technological fronts derived from the technological business strategy. For each front, relative technological maps of position of the business relating to the competitors and to the available technological and scientific knowledge are utilized. In these maps is contemplated the dimensions or attributes of the products, processes or services in which there is interest to develop knowledge trough a Technological Route of Exploration to increase the core competences of the business. The proposal is illustrated with a war room for SME of the chemical specialties sector.The objective of this job is to propose a tool for innovation management in the Fuzzy Front End of New Product Development. The framework adopts a technology management approach. The method proposed parts from the establishment of technological fronts derived from the technological business strategy. For each front, relative technological maps of position of the business relating to the competitors and to the available technological and scientific knowledge are utilized. In these maps is contemplated the dimensions or attributes of the products, processes or services in which there is interest to develop knowledge trough a Technological Route of Exploration to increase the core competences of the business. The proposal is illustrated with a war room for SME of the chemical specialties sector.The objective of this job is to propose a tool for innovation management in the Fuzzy Front End of New Product Development. The framework adopts a technology management approach. The method proposed parts from the establishment of technological fronts derived from the technological business strategy. For each front, relative technological maps of position of the business relating to the competitors and to the available technological and scientific knowledge are utilized. In these maps is contemplated the dimensions or attributes of the products, processes or services in which there is interest to develop knowledge trough a Technological Route of Exploration to increase the core competences of the business. The proposal is illustrated with a war room for SME of the chemical specialties sector
Socio-Environmental and Sustainability Assessment for Technology Innovations at Pectens Production in Brazil
Get PDFThis study presents a practical impact assessment method for the adoption of technology innovations at Pectens In vitro Fertilization Laboratory in Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil. To fulfill the system framework requirements, focused on reproductive and productive enterprises, field visits and interview with the laboratory executive director were carried out. Considering the pectens production activities, 24 socio-environmental indicators were developed and the impact indices were automatically calculated by the system’s spreadsheets. General performance index for the pectens reproduction activities indicated an important contribution of technological innovations for the sustainable production of the In vitro Fertilization Laboratory. The employed method was considered as appropriate for evaluations of sustainability at this agribusiness activity, dealing with indicators as tools in order to identify possible risks for negative impacts. Those indicators include aspects beyond those commonly presented by environmental impact assessments, and were capable to provide adequate management and sustainable development for the studied Organization.This study presents a practical impact assessment method for the adoption of technology innovations at Pectens In vitro Fertilization Laboratory in Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil. To fulfill the system framework requirements, focused on reproductive and productive enterprises, field visits and interview with the laboratory executive director were carried out. Considering the pectens production activities, 24 socio-environmental indicators were developed and the impact indices were automatically calculated by the system’s spreadsheets. General performance index for the pectens reproduction activities indicated an important contribution of technological innovations for the sustainable production of the In vitro Fertilization Laboratory. The employed method was considered as appropriate for evaluations of sustainability at this agribusiness activity, dealing with indicators as tools in order to identify possible risks for negative impacts. Those indicators include aspects beyond those commonly presented by environmental impact assessments, and were capable to provide adequate management and sustainable development for the studied Organization.This study presents a practical impact assessment method for the adoption of technology innovations at Pectens In vitro Fertilization Laboratory in Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil. To fulfill the system framework requirements, focused on reproductive and productive enterprises, field visits and interview with the laboratory executive director were carried out. Considering the pectens production activities, 24 socio-environmental indicators were developed and the impact indices were automatically calculated by the system’s spreadsheets. General performance index for the pectens reproduction activities indicated an important contribution of technological innovations for the sustainable production of the In vitro Fertilization Laboratory. The employed method was considered as appropriate for evaluations of sustainability at this agribusiness activity, dealing with indicators as tools in order to identify possible risks for negative impacts. Those indicators include aspects beyond those commonly presented by environmental impact assessments, and were capable to provide adequate management and sustainable development for the studied Organization
Planting the Seeds of Effective Entrepreneurship by Teaching Risk, Advising, and Design through Growth.
Get PDFIn order to be successful, new entrepreneurs must learn to know their tolerance for risk, the ways to grow a business, and how to adapt their organization’s structure for success. This study explores several relevant teaching methods for helping entrepreneurship students learn essential concepts and skills. Recommended teaching techniques include: Using realistic risk assessments that include having students address what their personal consequences of failure might be, development of individual business plans to mimic the commitment and ownership experience by entrepreneurs, accessing advisors while creating their business plans, and simulating rapid growth and consolidation as a platform for learning key concepts of organizational structure, design and change practices. The practical and vivid nature of these teaching techniques contributes to their potential for retention and use by students in their future entrepreneurial organizations
National Innovation System and Disruptive Innovations in Synthetic Rubber and Tire Technology
Get PDFThe current models of National Innovation Systems (NIS) are based on interactions and learning across three institutions: government, university and industry. This empirical study of the evolution of innovations in rubber and tire technologies such as the collaborative innovative suppliers (of raw materials and human capital) and disruptive rival innovators to the traditional tri-helical model of National Innovation System. This was empirically examined for the evolution of rubber and tire technology and the rise and decline of its innovative region: the Rubber Capital of the World in Akron, Ohio.The current models of National Innovation Systems (NIS) are based on interactions and learning across three institutions: government, university and industry. This empirical study of the evolution of innovations in rubber and tire technologies such as the collaborative innovative suppliers (of raw materials and human capital) and disruptive rival innovators to the traditional tri-helical model of National Innovation System. This was empirically examined for the evolution of rubber and tire technology and the rise and decline of its innovative region: the Rubber Capital of the World in Akron, Ohio.The current models of National Innovation Systems (NIS) are based on interactions and learning across three institutions: government, university and industry. This empirical study of the evolution of innovations in rubber and tire technologies such as the collaborative innovative suppliers (of raw materials and human capital) and disruptive rival innovators to the traditional tri-helical model of National Innovation System. This was empirically examined for the evolution of rubber and tire technology and the rise and decline of its innovative region: the Rubber Capital of the World in Akron, Ohio
A Inovação Numa Empresa de Base Tecnológica: O Caso da Nexxera.
Get PDFThis work presents the case study of Nexxera Tecnologia e Serviços S.A. Its purpose is to evaluate if this technology-based company (TBC) shows innovation capability regarding a sustainable competitive advantage. Departing from the accepted theory of TBC, innovation and resource-based view (RBV), the company analysis was developed. The data and information were collected from bibliographic and documental research, as by personal interviews with the company owners and managers. A way for the analysis is presented and should be tested for other TBC.This work presents the case study of Nexxera Tecnologia e Serviços S.A. Its purpose is to evaluate if this technology-based company (TBC) shows innovation capability regarding a sustainable competitive advantage. Departing from the accepted theory of TBC, innovation and resource-based view (RBV), the company analysis was developed. The data and information were collected from bibliographic and documental research, as by personal interviews with the company owners and managers. A way for the analysis is presented and should be tested for other TBC.O presente trabalho, constituído de um estudo de caso desenvolvido junto à Nexxera Tecnologia e Serviços S.A teve como objetivo avaliar se esta empresa de base tecnológica (EBT) possuía capacidade de inovação que pudesse lhe proporcionar a possibilidade de vantagem competitiva sustentável. A partir do referencial teórico sobre EBTs, inovação e visão baseada em recursos (RBV), foi desenvolvida análise da empresa. Os dados para análise foram coletados por meio de pesquisa bibliográfica, documental e de entrevistas com os sócios e o responsável pelo processo de inovação da empresa. Como resultado, a partir do estudo de caso foi apresentado o caminho utilizado na avaliação da EBT
Intellectual Capital and Innovation Performance: Empirical Evidence in the Turkish Automotive Supplier
Get PDFThe purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of intellectual capital of Turkish automotive supplier industry upon their innovation performance. This study showed that three types of intellectual capital – employee capital, structural capital, and customer capital – had a significantly positive relationship with innovation performance. Moreover, the results also indicated that the higher the growth rate of an industry, the stronger were the positive relationships between three types of intellectual capital and innovation performance. Besides, customer capital was the greatest among these three types of intellectual capital in Turkish automotive supplier industry, employee capital was the next, and structural capital was the least. This shows two points; first, Turkish automotive supplier industry emphasized the interactive “relations” with their suppliers, clients, and partners; second, it was imperative for Turkish manufacturing enterprises to develop their structural capital to increase their innovation performance.The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of intellectual capital of Turkish automotive supplier industry upon their innovation performance. This study showed that three types of intellectual capital – employee capital, structural capital, and customer capital – had a significantly positive relationship with innovation performance. Moreover, the results also indicated that the higher the growth rate of an industry, the stronger were the positive relationships between three types of intellectual capital and innovation performance. Besides, customer capital was the greatest among these three types of intellectual capital in Turkish automotive supplier industry, employee capital was the next, and structural capital was the least. This shows two points; first, Turkish automotive supplier industry emphasized the interactive “relations” with their suppliers, clients, and partners; second, it was imperative for Turkish manufacturing enterprises to develop their structural capital to increase their innovation performance.The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of intellectual capital of Turkish automotive supplier industry upon their innovation performance. This study showed that three types of intellectual capital – employee capital, structural capital, and customer capital – had a significantly positive relationship with innovation performance. Moreover, the results also indicated that the higher the growth rate of an industry, the stronger were the positive relationships between three types of intellectual capital and innovation performance. Besides, customer capital was the greatest among these three types of intellectual capital in Turkish automotive supplier industry, employee capital was the next, and structural capital was the least. This shows two points; first, Turkish automotive supplier industry emphasized the interactive “relations” with their suppliers, clients, and partners; second, it was imperative for Turkish manufacturing enterprises to develop their structural capital to increase their innovation performance
Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Clusters in Latin America Natural Resource – Implication and Future Challenges
Get PDFThe natural resources play a very important role in the economy of the Latin America countries, but follow the classical models of resource exploitation and scale do not add much more value to the products or services like other knowledge-based industries (biotechnology or IT). The cluster approach assembled around the pattern of innovation and entrepreneurship characteristics can help to improve these kinds of industries. Nevertheless, the “Natural Resource Clusters” have a particular task and they are based primary in environmental characteristics. However, this type of clusters is very different from “Technology Clusters” with a high innovation and entrepreneurship structure that needs explicitly more intellectual capacities and non-specific environmental characteristics. The authors suggest that in Latin America, clusters, innovation and entrepreneurship based in the natural resources has a supplementary significance, but they need add much value based in the knowledge. This article discuss the challenge of Latin American economies and the implication to transform the natural resources based industries in others with more innovation and knowledge based assets and shows a framework based on Chile’s particular experiences on salmon; wine and mining industries. Economics implications and future research are discussed.The natural resources play a very important role in the economy of the Latin America countries, but follow the classical models of resource exploitation and scale do not add much more value to the products or services like other knowledge-based industries (biotechnology or IT). The cluster approach assembled around the pattern of innovation and entrepreneurship characteristics can help to improve these kinds of industries. Nevertheless, the “Natural Resource Clusters” have a particular task and they are based primary in environmental characteristics. However, this type of clusters is very different from “Technology Clusters” with a high innovation and entrepreneurship structure that needs explicitly more intellectual capacities and non-specific environmental characteristics. The authors suggest that in Latin America, clusters, innovation and entrepreneurship based in the natural resources has a supplementary significance, but they need add much value based in the knowledge. This article discuss the challenge of Latin American economies and the implication to transform the natural resources based industries in others with more innovation and knowledge based assets and shows a framework based on Chile’s particular experiences on salmon; wine and mining industries. Economics implications and future research are discussed.The natural resources play a very important role in the economy of the Latin America countries, but follow the classical models of resource exploitation and scale do not add much more value to the products or services like other knowledge-based industries (biotechnology or IT). The cluster approach assembled around the pattern of innovation and entrepreneurship characteristics can help to improve these kinds of industries. Nevertheless, the “Natural Resource Clusters” have a particular task and they are based primary in environmental characteristics. However, this type of clusters is very different from “Technology Clusters” with a high innovation and entrepreneurship structure that needs explicitly more intellectual capacities and non-specific environmental characteristics. The authors suggest that in Latin America, clusters, innovation and entrepreneurship based in the natural resources has a supplementary significance, but they need add much value based in the knowledge. This article discuss the challenge of Latin American economies and the implication to transform the natural resources based industries in others with more innovation and knowledge based assets and shows a framework based on Chile’s particular experiences on salmon; wine and mining industries. Economics implications and future research are discussed
Organizational Learning in Research and Development Centers in Developing Economies: The Influence of Institutional Contexts
Get PDFThe evolving role of public research institutes in the world in the recent decades has placed significant challenges for them. Governments and stakeholders continue to question their relevance and their ability to adapt to the changing circumstances and demands from society. Attempts to develop new organizational models and management strategies are common in both developed and emerging economies. Public R&D laboratories are thus faced with the need to undertake rapid organizational learning processes in order to adapt and to maintain legitimacy. However, these learning processes may be more complex and difficult when the institutional arrangements in which these organizations are nested are themselves immature. We present an analysis of those learning processes on the basis organizational case studies in Mexico and abroad. Theoretical and policy issues are discussed.The evolving role of public research institutes in the world in the recent decades has placed significant challenges for them. Governments and stakeholders continue to question their relevance and their ability to adapt to the changing circumstances and demands from society. Attempts to develop new organizational models and management strategies are common in both developed and emerging economies. Public R&D laboratories are thus faced with the need to undertake rapid organizational learning processes in order to adapt and to maintain legitimacy. However, these learning processes may be more complex and difficult when the institutional arrangements in which these organizations are nested are themselves immature. We present an analysis of those learning processes on the basis organizational case studies in Mexico and abroad. Theoretical and policy issues are discussed.The evolving role of public research institutes in the world in the recent decades has placed significant challenges for them. Governments and stakeholders continue to question their relevance and their ability to adapt to the changing circumstances and demands from society. Attempts to develop new organizational models and management strategies are common in both developed and emerging economies. Public R&D laboratories are thus faced with the need to undertake rapid organizational learning processes in order to adapt and to maintain legitimacy. However, these learning processes may be more complex and difficult when the institutional arrangements in which these organizations are nested are themselves immature. We present an analysis of those learning processes on the basis organizational case studies in Mexico and abroad. Theoretical and policy issues are discussed