TECHNOLOGY ACQUISITION AND UTILIZATION MODEL (TAUM)

In an increasingly globalized and interlinked world economy, the diffi culties of implementing effective technology acquisition and utilizati on programs are important forces driving economic growth. The lack of clear understanding of technological innovation calls for a model to p rovide a better understanding of technology acquisition and utilizatio n process. Therefore, the goal of this study is to develop a ''Technol ogy Acquisition and Utilization Model (TAUM)'' by conducting a survey instrument in manufacturing organizations in a developed country (U.S. ) and a developing country (Turkey). Through the use of such a model, policy makers can develop more effective decisions regarding industria l competitiveness. (C) 1997 Elsevier Science Ltd.