Managing Technology and Innovation

<p>Modern technology and innovation are vital to the success of all companies be they hi-tech firms or companies seemingly unaffected by technology and innovation; whether established firms or business start-ups. This book focuses on understanding technology as a corporate resource covering product development design of systems and the managerial aspects of new and high technology. Topics investigated include:</p><ul> <li>the internal organization of high technology firms </li> <li>the management of technology in society </li> <li>managing innovation </li> <li>dilemmas and strategies.</li> </ul><p>The wide-ranging experience of the teachers and experts contributing to this book has resulted in an integrated multi-disciplinary textbook that provides an introductory overview to managing technology and innovation in the twenty-first century.</p><p>This text is essential reading for students of business and engineering concerned with technology and innovation management.</p>