ATP influences firms' management of R&D

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The Advanced Technology Program (ATP) of the National Institute of Standards and Technology has greatly enhanced research and development (R&D) efforts of companies in the US. With government funding, companies are enabled to undertake longer-term R&D that could not be supported by their limited corporate budgets. However, ATP funding does not imply imposition of constraints on management. R&D managers have found that ATP enhances business planning and management. The program also promotes collaboration among companies.

United States. National Institute of Standards and Technology

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'Not invented there,' or the other person's dessert always looks better!

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A technology consultant from Haifa, Israel, focuses on the issue in industrial research which he calls the 'Not Invented There' (NIT) syndrome. NIT is the opposite of the phenomenon known among laboratory researchers as the 'Not Invented Here' syndrome. Among other conditions, NIT occurs when management places more importance on developments in other laboratories, when more effort is spent copying the products of other firms, and when more time is spent with outsiders than with the laboratory's own research team.

Research and Testing Services, Scientific Research and Development Services, Industrial Laboratories, Laboratories

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Forging sound strategic alliances

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Techniques for managing joint technology projects were presented. Also called strategic corporate alliances, these projects should be planned in a well-defined and logical manner. The project should also be closely watched until the completion date. Finally, the terms of the alliance should be clearly established. Teamwork, favorable cross-cultural relationships and mutual respect can work to the benefit of all parties involved in a strategic alliance.

Joint ventures, Strategic alliances (Business)

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