Technology in Context: Technology Assessment for Managers - Rilegato

Braun, Ernest

Rilegato

ISBN 10: 0415183421 ISBN 13: 9780415183420

Casa editrice: Routledge, 1998

Riassunto

Most managers know very little about the technology they introduce into their firms, often preferring to leave such decisions to a small band of technological 'experts'. As a result large amounts of time and money are often wasted on inappropriate and inefficient systems. The cost of retraining and reorganising can also be prohibitive if the new technology does not deliver the desired results.
In a business environment where technology is of increasing importance, the non-technical manager cannot afford to remain in the dark. Technology in Context provides a toolkit of approaches to this difficult subject.
Subjects covered include:
* the fundamental concepts required for the management of technology
* the gathering of information in a firm to support strategic decisions on technology
* technology assessment in the public domain
* the wider social implications of technology
* problems associated with technology, from the danger of environmental degradation to employment and skills.

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Product Description:

This text is a comprehensive and accessible analysis of technology assessment. The author argues against a narrow view of technology as simply a means of making a profit and instead advocates a long term view which considers the wider interests of the firm and society. Technology in Context defines and describes technology assessment in detail and shows the role it can and should play in the strategic management of firms. In particular, the author demonstrates what information is needed to manage technology effectively and with the greatest possible benefit to the firm and its employees. Technology assessment supplies an early warning of the potential hazards of technologies, and provides the necessary information to allow managers to make informed choices about the impact of technology on the firm and society. The text also explores the main problems associated with the application of technology including the danger of environmental degradation and the problems of employment and skills. Technology in Context is a complete introduction to the theory and methods of technology assessment as a tool of strategic management. It will be a useful book for all those interested in the management and social role of technology.

Contenuti:

1. Technology and Technological Innovation 2. Principles of Technology Assessment 3. Strategic Management of Technology 4. Contemporary Problems of Technology 5. Methods useful in Technological Assessment 6. Some Applications of Technology Assessment

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Routledge
• Data di pubblicazione: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0415183421
• ISBN 13: 9780415183420
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 176