introduction -the issue of the inward technology transfer -the 4a model -case study analisis: ici...
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Introduction
-The issue of the Inward technology Transfer
-The 4A Model
-Case Study Analisis: ICI Chemicals & Polimers
-Conclusions
Anabela Piedade
João Meyer
Inward Technology Transfer as an Interactive Process
INWARD TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER AS AN INTERACTIVE PROCESS
SeatonAnd
Cordey - HayesReceptivity
Freeman TechnologicalAccumulation
InternalOrganizational
Process
Bessant
Nelson and Winter
InnovativeRoutines
• A conceptual model was developed, based in ICI case study results
• Defined as a four stages frameworks:- Awareness – Process of scanning(browsing) and
networking(interactive)- Association – Technological know- how and
Commercial know-how- Assimilation –Learnig About Technology- Application – Competitive advantage
4 A Model
Results from Interview
-Importance of Scanning & Networking as non-routine activities
Recognition and Support by company
- S&N: regular and consistent rather than occasional and only when needed
- Most useful info: Interaction with people – “tacit knowledge”
- Business teams + Matrix structure:
understanding of the needs and capabilities of Company
Results from Cognitive Mapping
Leadership of business manager
External business operating climate
Happy TeamsEnthusiasm and excitement
This SPIRIT drives Continuous scanning of external information
•Informal and formal discussions•Mutual respect and credibility•Awareness of the needs of the business
New associations and linkages for the business
Rejection of ideas but knowledge is retained for later uses
Accumulation and retention of additional knowledge by the organization
Core-activitiesInternal knowledge accumulation process
Internal Climate:
-Info-rich environment
-High quality Staff
Genuine Business Opportunities
Organizational Management & Organizational environment
Management
Reactive Incremental Unplanned
Strategic Proactive Planned
Organic, Flexible High receptivity
Routinised Controlled Low receptivity
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-Tension: Routine vs Non-Routine activities
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ICIs
- Non-routine activities to acquire new technology
- Routine activities applying acquired knowledge for efficient business