Technology in Context: Technology Assessment for Managers / Edition 1

by Ernest Braun

Overview

Technology in Context is a comprehensive and accessible analysis of technology assessment which defines and describes its role in the strategic management of firms. 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 United States Congress
* the wider social implications of technology
* problems associated with technology, from the danger of environmental degradation to 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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780415183437
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	03/05/1998
Series:	Routledge Studies in the Management of Technology and Innovation Ser.
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	176
Product dimensions:	5.40(w) x 8.40(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Ernest Braun is Emeritus Professor and former Head of the Technology Policy Unit, Aston University, UK. He has also held the posts of Head of the Technology Assessment Unit, Austrian Academy of Sciences, Vienna, and Visiting Professor, Centre for Technology Strategy, Open University. His books include Futile Progress (1995) and Wayward Technology (1986).

Table of Contents

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

Editorial Reviews

'This is a comprehensive introduction to technology assessment, its theory and practice, and its role in strategic management. The descriptions of technology assessment methodology and forecasting are particuarly useful.' - Journal of International Marketing and Marketing Research

From the Publisher

An introduction to the theory and methods of technology assessment as a tool of strategic management. Braun (emeritus, technology policy, Aston U.) covers the fundamental concepts required for the management of technology, technology assessment in the public domain, and problems associated with technology from the danger of environmental degradation to employment and skills. Intended for those who have an interest in the management and social role of technology. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

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