Abstract

BEHANE, T.  and  GROBBELAAR, S.S.. The process of intra-firm technology transfer: A case study of a marine mining company. S. Afr. J. Ind. Eng. [online]. 2018, vol.29, n.1, pp.195-204. ISSN 2224-7890.  http://dx.doi.org/10.7166/29-1-1705.

Technology transfer is an important function in the technology development cycle, and organisations can benefit extensively if a competent technology strategy is developed and implemented. The objective of this paper is to examine the approaches, processes, mechanism, barriers, and other aspects of intra-firm technology between two subsidiaries of a marine mining company. Subsidiary A of the marine mining company is primarily reliant on research and development as a key driver of technology development and continuous business improvement; an optimal technology transfer process is thus crucial. Using a case study methodology, the analysis sheds light on the current process to transfer technology, and major barriers to and elements of success.

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