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Technology Foresight as a Key Element in Make-or-Buy Strategy

David Probert, Laura Cáñez and Rob Phaal

Centre for Technology Management, Manufacturing and Management Division, Department of Engineering, University of Cambridge, Mill Lane, Cambridge CB2 1RX, UK

Abstract

This paper discusses the need to foresee technology requirements and trends when undertaking a make-or-buy analysis. Decisions that seem "right" today may not be right for the future. Technology analysis requirements for make or buy strategy are reviewed and the contribution of current and emerging technology foresight techniques.

 


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