Spring/Feb 2013

Master of Business Administration- MBA Semester 4 MI0040 Technology Management -4 Credits (Book ID: B1326) Assignment Set -1 (60 marks)
Note: Assignment Set -1 must be written within 6-8 pages. Answer all questions. Q1.

Define the term technology. Write a short note on evolution 10 marks and growth of technology.
(350-400 words)

Q2.

Citing an example, state and explain the reasons that compel 10 marks a company to go for the new technology.
(350-400 words)

Q3.

Describe process.

some

characteristics

of

technology

forecasting. 10 marks
(350-400 words)

Explain in brief about the six phases in technology forecasting

Q4.

Write a short note on technology strategy. Explain in brief 10 marks about the innovation management.
(350-400 words)

Q5.

What is the importance of technology diffusion? What are the 10 marks benefits of technology absorption?
(350-400 words)

Q6.

Explain

the

implementation

of

new

technology.

Briefly 10 Marks
(350-400 words)

describe the automation decisions.