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Tools and frameworks for supporting management decision-making in business

This catalogue contains more than 850 management tools and frameworks, predominantly of the 'matrix' or grid type, covering a wide range of management topics. The tools and frameworks are grouped together by topic, in sets of about 20. Each tool includes a brief description and reference; scroll down to view.

This catalogue was developed as part of an EPSRC-funded research programme, intended to support the application of strategic roadmapping methods. Feedback on all aspects of the catalogue is welcome - please contact Rob Phaal at rp108@eng.cam.ac.uk

Technology management
supporting technology management in the business, including portfolio, strategy, acquisition and R&D management
Innovation management
supporting innovation management in the business
Knowledge management
supporting knowledge management in the business, including learning and the management of IT systems
New product / service and process development
supporting the management of the development of new products, services and processes
Business strategy
supporting strategy development and deployment in the business
Management / business
supporting general management in the business, including leadership, e-commerce, sustainability and globalisation
Marketing & customers
supporting marketing, including customer, brand and product management
Behaviour, culture and HR
supporting the management of behaviour, culture and human resources
Organisation & collaboration
supporting organisational design, including collaboration
Change management, planning & projects
supporting change management, including planning and projects
General problem solving
supporting general problem solving and decision making

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For more information please contact Dr Robert Phaal (rob.phaal@eng.cam.ac.uk  )