Effective decision-making in R&D: a case study using biofilms
Deciding which project to progress when the technologies and applications are diverse is a challenge that faces many innovation managers. In this guest blog Mark Richardson, CEO of the National Biofilms Innovation Centre, discusses how he resolved this problem...
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RADMA: Celebrating 40 years – unpicking the motivations for R&D collaboration
Maximising value from strategic resources, is the most influential motivation for R&D collaboration. Kyung Ju Han found hospitals partnered with universities to gain grant funding and SME's to shorten the lead time from lab to clinic.
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Good techniques for prioritising projects
Gut feeling may be a valid basis for making decisions about your personal life but a more objective and rigorous approach is needed to prioritise projects in a portfolio
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Structured approach is the secret to successful R&D management
Phil Kennedy, Head of External & Digital Innovation at 3M, describes his company’s unique approach to fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
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Is effective R&D Management training available?
Although there are many tools and methodologies available to support R&D and much best practice, this is not readily available to those in industry. Assessing the appropriateness of R&D management training would make a good industry project for a...
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Is Twitter’s R&D providing a return on investment?
Research and development expenditure is a key area for a technology company like Twitter. You would expect it to be a significant cost, and sure it enough it is. You would also expect to see a significant return from...
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