Analyzing the technology acquisition process in the electronics industry of the silicon forest: a survey

Abstract

This report presents the results of a research project on technology acquisition in the electronics industry. The objective of this research was to identify the alternatives used for technology acquisition and then to explain the implications of the various alternatives. For the purpose of this study, technology acquisition has been defined as "obtaining and adapting new technologies through know-how, hardware, software, design and manufacturing capability for improved performance and long-term competitiveness".<>