How Long to Read Managing Large Research and Development Programs
By Henry W. Lane
How Long Does it Take to Read Managing Large Research and Development Programs?
It takes the average reader 2 hours and 49 minutes to read Managing Large Research and Development Programs by Henry W. Lane
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Description
Today's society sorely needs the innovations that are the intended fruit of large institutions' research and development programs. Yet, to date, the complicated process of R&D management holds a track record that is far from impressive. The task of R&D managers is to channel and direct a complex process involving scientific, political, and social groups with differing values and goals. And this must be done in such a way as to preserve an environment that allows science to pursue knowledge efficiently, but also insures that the goals pursued are relevant to pressing social needs. To discern why some programs are more successful in this task than others, the authors have studied nine R&D programs in two large organizations, both of which are embedded in complex social, economic, and political environments. These programs are: THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF HEALTH Artificial Heart Research, Cancer Chemotherapy Research, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Research, Sickle Cell Anemia Research, Genetics Research THE AMERICAN TELEPHONE AND TELEGRAPH COMPANY The No. 4 Electronic Switching System, The High Capacity Mobile Telephone, Millimeter Wavelength Transmission, The D-4 Digital Channel Bank The study not only examines the organizational and technical aspects of each program, but also considers their political environments. The authors also explore the historical origins of each program and its evolution, seeking in-depth understanding through interviews with relevant actors and analyses of documentary evidence of decisions, events, and the paths to them. The cases selected bring out the important dimensions and issues in both public and private R&D management. The authors have illuminated logical patterns in the management process that can produce desired results. The book features a model that will prove useful to managers and students of research and development.
How long is Managing Large Research and Development Programs?
Managing Large Research and Development Programs by Henry W. Lane is 166 pages long, and a total of 42,496 words.
This makes it 56% the length of the average book. It also has 52% more words than the average book.
How Long Does it Take to Read Managing Large Research and Development Programs Aloud?
The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 52 minutes to read Managing Large Research and Development Programs aloud.
What Reading Level is Managing Large Research and Development Programs?
Managing Large Research and Development Programs is suitable for students ages 10 and up.
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