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A framework for managing the sophistication of the components of technology for global competition

Joel D. Haines (Doctor of Management degree candidate at the Graduate School of Management & Technology, University of Maryland University College)
Nawaz M. Sharif (Doctoral Program Director and a Professor at the Graduate School of Management & Technology, University of Maryland University College)

Competitiveness Review

ISSN: 1059-5422

Article publication date: 1 June 2006

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Abstract

As our world becomes increasingly more technology driven and global competition continues to intensify, the technology resource components available to a firm will be required to become more sophisticated in order to achieve and maintain a competitive advantage. Higher levels of sophistication are achieved through technological innovation that is effectively managed. But, to effectively manage technological innovation, we must first come to a clearer understanding of the resource components of technology. This paper describes the way various people perceive the meaning of technology, discusses the confusion that exists, and suggests a construct for classifying the components of technology to mitigate the confusion. Finally, a framework for benchmarking and technology assessment is presented to suggest a way for a firm to better manage its technology component sophistication level for global competition.

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Haines, J.D. and Sharif, N.M. (2006), "A framework for managing the sophistication of the components of technology for global competition", Competitiveness Review, Vol. 16 No. 2, pp. 106-121. https://doi.org/10.1108/cr.2006.16.2.106

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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