Reasons for roadmapping: a study of the Singaporean SME manufacturing sector

Holmes, Chris; Ferrill, M.B.A.; Phaal, Robert

doi:10.1109/iemc.2004.1407122

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“…The methods and techniques used in the technology roadmapping process are also varied (Miles et al , 2016). Some of the techniques and methods, which are frequently incorporated with technology roadmapping, are as follows: brainstorming (Holmes et al , 2004); survey (Holmes et al , 2004: Kim et al , 2009); Delphi questionnaire (Phaal, 2002; Tubitak, 2003; Saritas and Oner, 2004); scenarios (Saritas and Aylen, 2010); strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) analysis (Lee et al , 2007; Lee et al , 2009); bibliographic analysis (Rodel et al , 2009; Kim et al , 2009; Lee et al , 2009: Daim and Oliver, 2008); patent analysis (Kim et al , 2009; Lee et al , 2009); and analytic hierarchy process (AHP) (Kim et al , 2009).…”

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A nanotechnology roadmapping study for the Turkish defense industry

Aydogdu

Burmaoğlu²,

Sarıtas

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Purpose Technologies are constantly developed to address new demands and provide further opportunities. Owing to a number of potential application areas of nanotechnologies within this sector, the purpose of this study is to take defense as a case and propose a strategic roadmap for the use of nanotechnologies in the Turkish Defense Industry. Design/methodology/approach The study presented in this paper uses a bibliometric analysis of the most cited publications in the past decade with the aim of identifying the trends in the development of nanotechnology. Interviews were carried out with experts based on the featured words of bibliometric analysis (nanoparticles, nanostructure, self-assembly, drug delivery, graphene, etc.) to reveal the commercialization time of nanotechnology products and applications. After that, a survey was carried out with engineers for determining the possible emergence time of nanotechnology applications and/or products used in military up to year 2035. Finally, a roadmap was created based on the obtained data from bibliometric analysis, interviews and survey results. Findings Nanotechnology roadmap was prepared, one which would contribute to the preparation of the defense industry for the future and help in keeping up with technological developments. Research limitations/implications Because of the chosen research approach, the research results may lack generalizability. Therefore, researchers are encouraged to test the proposed propositions further. Interviews and surveys have limitation with the bounded rationality of corresponders. Practical implications The paper proposed a nanotechnology roadmap for the defense sector with a data-led foresight practice. Originality/value Performing such a study is considered to be crucial for the armies of developed and developing countries, so that the military sector also avails benefits from this revolutionary technology. Quantitative and qualitative methods were mixed for developing the roadmap.

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Section: Data Methodology and Analysismentioning

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A nanotechnology roadmapping study for the Turkish defense industry

Aydogdu

Burmaoğlu²,

Sarıtas

et al. 2017

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“…The middle layer frequently focuses on products, but may also focus on the services, capabilities and opportunities through which technology is deployed to meet business demands. Figure 12-Fast-Start technology roadmapping process (Phaal et al, 2001b) Technology Roadmappinq for Small and Medium Enterprises Chesher et al (2000) and Holmes et al (2004) Develop an action plan to achieve business objectives and develop a roadmap of how technologies can help achieve those business goals. Substantial/ Provide assistance with consulting, project management, preparation Sophisticated of requirements specifications and requests for proposals.…”

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Strategic information systems planning and information technology roadmapping: case study of a small primary forest products manufacturer in northern British Columbia

Schroeder¹

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The purpose of this paper was to analyze the strategic information technology requirements (IT) of Gateway Forest Products (GFP) and to provide a plan outlining what, when, and how various ITs should be implemented.Literature related to the use of IT in the forest products industry (FPI) was reviewed to provide the background knowledge required to support a strategic information systems planning (SISP) process for the benefit of a small forest products company based in Northern British Columbia. GFP is selected as the target company of this case study.ITs were identified that could benefit GFP. A methodology for systematically identifying IT needs was necessary to select potential IT implementation projects.Various strategic information system planning frameworks are reviewed and the FastStart technology roadmapping process was selected for soliciting and developing high level information requirements of GFP.The Fast-Start technology roadmapping process was beneficial in defining the environmental context, business drivers, strategies, and capabilities related to GFP's goals. IT needs were logically deduced from an understanding of what capabilities were required to support business goals, combined with an understanding of which ITs were available, considered to be best practice, and predicted by industry experts to have the most impact on forest products operations into the future. Table 3-Impact of IT Sophi stication Level on IT Adoption (Chesher et al. , 2000) .. ..... 30 Table 4 LIST OF TABLES INTRODUCTIONInformation technology (IT) is defined as "all forms of technology used to create, store, exchange and use information in its various forms (Keen, 1995)."Organizations struggle with determining how to use IT as a strategic weapon and incorporate IT resources into their existing business strategy. The value of IT is not always thoroughly understood by managers and relates to the classic debate called the "productivity paradox" (Brynjolfsson, 1993). If the benefits of IT are unknown, or are too difficult to measure, then maximizing return on IT investment becomes difficult.Implementing strategic information systems planning processes can help to maximize the return on IT investments. The purpose of this paper was to analyze the strategic IT requirements of GatewayForest Products (GFP) and to provide a plan outlining what, when, and how various ITs should be implemented. Strategic information systems planning (SISP) and IT roadmapping literature is reviewed in order to select and apply a framework to a practical case study.The Fast-Start technology roadmapping process was selected for a case study of GFP to develop a high-level IT implementation plan. This process integrates classic strategic frameworks including the political, environmental, social, and technological (PEST) framework, Porter' s 5-forces and generic value-chain (Porter, 1980), and the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) matrix with strategic IT planning.Current use of IT in the forest products industry (FPI) wa...

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