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| Author: | Holmes, J. Nelson, G. Stump, D. |
| Title: | Improving the innovation process at Eastman Chemical |
| Journal: | Research Technology Management
1993 : MAY-JUN, VOL. 36:3, p. 27-35 |
| Index terms: | INNOVATION CHEMICAL INDUSTRY PRODUCTS TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT |
| Language: | eng |
| Abstract: | A systematic quality management process approach was used to redefine innovation as a company-wide system in which many functions, not just R&D, play a critical role. As a result of this effort, the identification of the right thing to work on was recognized a major opportunity for improvement. Improvements in this area are being obtained by using multifunctional needs-identification teams and by clearly defining the role of the businesses as owners of innovation, with R&D a faciltator. Opportunities for substantial improvements in efficiency are being pursued by stronger focus on project management. |
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