introduction – definitions – concepts – main technologies and their characteristics
forecasting – generation and development
absorption – assessment – evaluation – diffusion
Selection and implementation of new technologies – automation decisions
project management in adoption and implementation of new technologies –strategic cost analysis
commercializing new and innovative technologies – invention –innovation – intellectual property rights
role of artificial intelligence techniques – knowledge management techniquesfor technology management
product development – from scientific breakthrough tomarketable product – mechanism for technology transfer and acquisitions