Methods of External Technology Transfer-4

A trade secret is any commercial formula, device, pattern, process, or information that affords an enterprise an advantage over others who do not know it. The information is not generally known and has value. Trade secrets must be maintained by avoiding public disclosure.   In contrast, know-how is a broader term that describes factual knowledge [...]

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Intellectual Property  Another method for transferring technology is to transfer intellectual property, which is an intangible right that can be bought and sold, leased or rented, or otherwise transferred between parties in much the same way that rights to real property or other personal property can be transferred. Intellectual property can consist of patents, trade [...]

Methods of External Technology Transfer-2

The most frequently stated objective of co-operative and collaborative alliances is to develop or transfer new technologies. A worldwide trend is the use of partnership, strategic alliances, and other collaborative mechanisms to alleviate difficulties in all aspects of technological development. These partnerships provide faster and less costly methods to develop new technology products processes and [...]

External Technology Transfer-1

Today we are going to discuss on External Technology transfer External Technology Transfer  Successful external technology transfer depends on a number of factors including: ·         Type ·         Complexity ·         Transfer mechanism ·         Relationships ·         Core competencies ·         Organizational culture  According to Hakansson and Snehota “no enterprise is an island”. Technology external relationships are an important [...]

Internal Technology Transfer-2

Deciding which staff members should be involved in the internal technology transfer process, according to Garvin is an element of the process Multifunctional teams composed of the developers and receivers of the technology are the most effective in insuring a smooth transfer. Communication between the various enterprise elements involved in the internal technology transfer process [...]

Internal Technology Transfer-1

In large enterprises, technology is not often developed, produced and introduced through only one organizational element. This is changing through the use of multifunctional teams. However, the movement of a technology from an R & D team to manufacturing and then to marketing is a very complex process. The actual process of transferring technology within [...]