Title: The environment for technological change

Authors: Joseph P. Martino

Addresses: University of Dayton Research Institute, 905 South Main Avenue, Sidney, OH 45365, USA

Abstract: Technological change takes place in a social and economic context. This context can influence the nature, direction, and rapidity of technological change. This paper examines the likely environment for technological change in the near future, by projecting recent trends. This environment should be taken into account by research planners and technology managers.

Keywords: technological change; society; economics; politics.

DOI: 10.1504/IJTM.1999.002760

International Journal of Technology Management, 1999 Vol.18 No.1/2, pp.4-10

Published online: 06 Jul 2003 *

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