Managing Global Innovation: Uncovering the Secrets of Future Competitiveness [Hardcover]

Roman Boutellier (Author), Oliver Gassmann (Author), Maximilian von Zedtwitz (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 3540668322 | ISBN-13: 978-3540668329 | Publication Date: April 26, 2000 | Edition: 2nd

What are the secrets of competitive R&D on a global scale? The nineties have seen the largest international R&D expansion ever. Investigating more than 1000 R&D laboratories of 80 companies, this book presents the largest description of global R&D practice. Based on 240 research interviews and case studies from 18 best-practice companies, the authors introduce new concepts and trends that will shape global R&D management in the early 21st century.

"Managing Global Innovation is a rich compendium of new concepts of global R&D, enlivened by 18 excellent best-in-class case studies. What is especially impressive, the authors bridge seamlessly theoretical and practical issues about how companies create, transform and implement new technology in an expanding marketplace. This will be intriguing to both the industry and the academic world. The lessons learned are invaluable. The book is a real tour de force, probably destined to become a standard in this field for some time to come."
Professor Jeff Huang, Harvard University

"This excellent book demonstrates how the dynamics of innovation and creativity can be mastered. Important reading for senior management and a must for R&D leaders."
Karl Weinberger, Head of Corporate R&D, Schindler

"A feast of delights... deserves a very wide readership."
Phil Galen, ICI Technology - Science and Technology Policy Strategy

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"Managing Global Innovation is a rich compendium of new concepts of global R&D, enlivened by 18 excellent best-in-class case studies. What is especially impressive, the authors bridge seamlessly theoretical and practical issues about how companies create, transform and implement new technology in an expanding marketplace. This will be intriguing to both the industry and the academic world. The lessons learned are invaluable. The book is a real tour de force, probably destined to become a standard in this field for some time to come." Professor Jeff Huang, Harvard University "This excellent book demonstrates how the dynamics of innovation and creativity can be mastered. Important reading for senior management and a must for R&D leaders." Karl Weinberger, Head of Corporate R&D, Schindler "A feast of delights... deserves a very wide readership." Phil Galen, ICI Technology - Science and Technology Policy Strategy

From the Back Cover

What are the secrets of competitive R&D on a global scale? Based on empirical research with hundreds of R&D executives from more than 80 companies and 1000 R&D laboratories, the authors present new concepts and trends in global R&D management. Case studies from 22 best-practice companies illustrate how to put these concepts into  practice. Adding new examples and management models, this third edition has been completely revised and updated incorporating emerging themes in R&D such as intellectual  property management, innovation in China and India, technology listening posts, and leading R&D centers.   "A wealth of data followed by thorough analysis. A must read for R&D managers and business leaders." Frans J.A.M. Greidanus, Senior Vice President, Philips Research "⦠a book whose rich trove of examples will inform the thinking of any manager who must think strategically about how to get the most out of R&D resources that are scattered globally. With the rise of knowledge hubs throughout the world, this third edition is especially timely." Philip Anderson, Professor, INSEAD "An insightful and thorough work on the development of global innovation that identifies key strategies and perspectives with relevant and important lessons for those venturing into the global R&D arena .... and hit the mark for those of us who have been in the middle of building this architecture." Dr. Richard Carpenter, Global R&D Director, Procter and Gamble --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 627 pages
• Publisher: Springer; 2nd edition (April 26, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 3540668322
• ISBN-13: 978-3540668329
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.5 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,553,892 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book!, May 31, 2000

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M. Karg (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Managing Global Innovation: Uncovering the Secrets of Future Competitiveness (Hardcover)

'Managing Global Innovation' is a must-read for anyone interested in new product development in a globalizing world. This book presents a coherent framework for international innovation strategy, global R&D organization, and the execution of transnational R&D projects. The many examples make theory and concepts easy to understand. Moreover, the book features a collection of indepth case studies of otherwise little described companies. If you ever wondered how companies like SAP, Roche, or HP compete at the forefront of technology development, then this is the book to get. All in all, a well-conceived book that immediately appeals with its balance of applicability and theory.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best I read on innovation management, October 5, 2000

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Douglas Clark (Boston, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Managing Global Innovation: Uncovering the Secrets of Future Competitiveness (Hardcover)

Lots of practical examples! Clear structure, no easy answers, but insightful views based on practice and supported but academic concepts.

This is a great book for all who drive innovation!