Technology Sourcing at

Project Scope Tools for selecting technologies Roadmapping - the true starting point Identifying external sources of technology Bringing the technology in-house Technology Transfer Next Steps

Current Situation at Kraft Krafts illustrious history Current technology sourcing –Gatekeeper –Ad Hoc

Technology Management Core Competency assessment Voice of the customer Roadmapping –Business Strategy –Technology Strategy

Technology Management (cont..) Technology sourcing –Decision factors –Identification strategies Examples

Technology Sourcing Identification –Learning from others experience Acquisition –Challenges –Legal Issues

Technology Transfer Bringing technology in-house –Communication –Incentives Adaptation Integration

Conclusion/Next Steps YOU CAN DO THIS! –Balance business pull & technology push –Core-Competencies –Roadmapping –Formal process for technology sourcing –Communications strategy Next Steps - Project Plan