A technology assessment primer for management of technology

Article Abstract:

Technology assessment is pointed out as an essential segment of effective management of technology. Proper tools and techniques as well as technology managers' capabilities are likewise deemed to be vital factors to an effective technology assessment. The techniques are classified as externalities/impact analysis, market analysis, risk assessment, technical performance assessment, information monitoring, technological forecasting, systems engineering/analysis, decision analysis and economic analysis.

Methods, Technology assessment

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The management of technology in a South African power utility

Article Abstract:

Power utilities require effective Management of Technology (MOT), which integrates multiple inputs into a holistic output, to achieve goals. The consideration of multiplicity of factors and detailed information are called for in MOT decision making. MOT, which can be facilitated by the adoption of specific organizational characteristics and systems, should be integrated with the standard management practices of any technology based organization.

Electric Utilities, Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution, Electric services, Management Skills NEC, Management techniques

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