Human factors and the innovation process
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Knowledge of an investor's preferences and motivation will enhance the success of innovation programs. The process of innovation requires the extensive evaluation of an inventor's behavior and personal views. This will permit a manager to apply specific strategies to improve performance during an innovation program. An inventor's motivation and performance can be improved by developing the proper work environment that coincides with an inventor's personality and preferences. This strategy will facilitate the entry of new products into the consumer market.
Publication Name: Technovation
Subject: High technology industry
ISSN: 0166-4972
Year: 1996
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Hotspots in complex product systems: emerging issues in innovation management
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Four general problem areas were identified with regards to the development and production of Complex Products and Systems (CoPS). A sample of case studies involving three industrial sectors revealed that problem areas often encountered in CoPS include those related to technical uncertainty/difficulties, organizational and project structure and requirements capture management. Another problem often confronted by firms engaged in CoPS is the development of dependence upon suppliers and difficulties with procurement systems.
Publication Name: Technovation
Subject: High technology industry
ISSN: 0166-4972
Year: 1998
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An integrative model of innovation in organizations
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An integrative framework of innovation considers several major concepts, including information and communication, knowledge and skills, behavior and integration and the external environment. Information, which is a driving factor of innovation, is only significant if provided to motivated people who have the required knowledge and skills. Project raising and doing process forms the model's core construct, which is made possible through knowledge and skills, motivated behavior and integration with the organization.
Publication Name: Technovation
Subject: High technology industry
ISSN: 0166-4972
Year: 1998
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