A goal compatibility model for technology transfers

In this paper, we present a minimisation approach to goal incompatibility i n technology transfers especially to less developed countries. The proposed model is based on a need-capability assessment for alternative technologie s for transfer, and then, minimizing the distance between need and capabili ty to achieve goal compatibility. By transferring technologies with minimum deviation between an LDC's needs and capabilities, appropriate technologie s could be transferred. A fuzzy theory is used in this mode to avoid errors which are often made in using subjective judgment. An input-output matrix and budgetary constraints are integrated into the model to determine the al location of development funds to alternative technologies. A LINDO software is used to solve the problem. (C) 1998 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights re served.