Strategic Management of Technology and Innovation - Robert A. Burgelman and Modesto A. Maidique

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This seminal textbook, Strategic Management of Technology and Innovation, authored by Robert A. Burgelman and Modesto A. Maidique, provides a comprehensive framework for understanding how organizations effectively manage technological advancements and innovation processes. Originally published by Richard D. Irwin, Inc. in 1988, the work integrates academic rigor with practical case studies derived from the Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration. The text explores the complex intersection of strategic planning, behavioral sciences, and industrial management to address the challenges faced by firms operating in technology-intensive sectors. By examining organizational dynamics and administrative decision-making, the authors offer critical insights into the strategic deployment of technology for achieving competitive advantage in global markets. This volume serves as an essential resource for students and practitioners of management, offering foundational knowledge for navigating the evolving landscape of technological change and corporate strategy.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages632

Reading Time26 h 33 min

AccessFree to download

Strategic Management of Technology and Innovation

Authorship and Publication

The Irwin Series in Management and The Behavioral Sciences

Case Methodology and Administrative Studies

FAQs

Who are the authors of the book Strategic Management of Technology and Innovation?

The book is authored by Robert A. Burgelman of Stanford University and Modesto A. Maidique of Florida International University.

What is the significance of the Harvard Business School case material in this book?

The case materials are provided by the Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration to serve as a basis for classroom discussion regarding effective and ineffective administrative decision-making.

What is the primary focus of this textbook?

The textbook focuses on the strategic management of technology and innovation, integrating perspectives from management and the behavioral sciences to understand firm-level decision-making in technological contexts.

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