Communications and learning structures that facilitate transfer of knowledge at innovation transition points
Beckett, Ronald & Hyland, Paul (2011) Communications and learning structures that facilitate transfer of knowledge at innovation transition points. Journal of Science Communication, 10(4), pp. 1-8.
Innovation processes are rarely smooth and disruptions often occur at transition points were one knowledge domain passes the technology on to another domain. At these transition points communication is a key component in assisting the smooth hand over of technologies. However for smooth transitions to occur we argue that appropriate structures have to be in place and boundary spanning activities need to be facilitated. This paper presents three case studies of innovation processes and the findings support the view that structures and boundary spanning are essential for smooth transitions. We have explained the need to pass primary responsibility between agents to successfully bring an innovation to market. We have also shown the need to combine knowledge through effective communication so that absorptive capacity is built in process throughout the organisation rather than in one or two key individuals.
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|Item Type:||Journal Article|
|Keywords:||Science Communication, Theories and Models, Innovation|
|Subjects:||Australian and New Zealand Standard Research Classification > COMMERCE MANAGEMENT TOURISM AND SERVICES (150000) > BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (150300) > Innovation and Technology Management (150307)|
|Divisions:||Current > QUT Faculties and Divisions > QUT Business School
Current > Schools > School of Management
|Deposited On:||12 Jan 2012 04:25|
|Last Modified:||12 Jan 2012 04:25|
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