Innovative Capability Audits of University Research Centers

Abstract: An assessment of current conditions is the first logical step in the development of an effective technology management program. If an organization is to prioritize resources to invest in the areas of development that are most critical, it should first assess its current condition with some form of technology audit. However, the literature is severely lacking on practical research that provides methods to apply these audits in research organizations. This paper reviews the findings in the literature on technology audits and other assessment tools as a first step in the development of a technology management program for a university research center. It also describes a method developed, the motivating factors for that design, and results obtained in a case study. The methodology is presented as a practical approach to generate this assessment