Title :
A systematic approach to managing technology
Author_Institution :
Lucas Ind. plc, Birmingham, UK
Abstract :
The increasing rate of technological change requires a systematic approach to technology management. The author summarises an approach adopted by Lucas Industries plc. The starting point is precise definition of business goals. Technology is a tool for achieving these goals. The steps in the procedure are presented. The effectiveness of this procedure depends on two key issues which are outlined-people and communication
Keywords :
DP management; engineering computing; human factors; personnel; Lucas Industries; business goals; communication; key issues; people; systematic approach; technological change; technology management;
Conference_Titel :
Methods for Creative Design, IEE Colloquium on
Conference_Location :
London
