The Problem of Technology Transfer: Real or Imagined.

Abstract

This study project report provides an analysis of the process by which the Air Force transfers or transitions technology from less than major system advanced development projects performed in Air Force laboratories to use in operational systems. An examination of the DoD and Military Departments policies, procedures and technology base management techniques leads to a description of the factors that tend to camouflage or provide roadblocks to the transition process. These factors are placed into Communications/Motivation Groups and are evaluated for their impact on the process. Conclusions are reached concerning the Air Force laboratory organizational structure, use of off-the-shelf hardware, contractor independent research and development, and contract procedures. Recommendations discuss documentation, changes in organizational structure, and modification of procurement and contracting procedures. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1977
Accession Number
ADA042961

Entities

People

  • Warren W. Cook

Organizations

  • Defense Systems Management College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems
  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acquisition
  • Air Force
  • Business Administration
  • Contractors
  • Contracts
  • Department Of Defense
  • Governments
  • Management Personnel
  • Military Research
  • Organizational Structure
  • Personnel Management
  • Procurement
  • Program Management
  • Prototypes
  • System Software
  • Systems Management
  • Technology Transfer

Readers

  • Defense Financial Management and Audit.
  • Defense Technology Research and Development.
  • Systems Analysis and Design