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Planning Tools for Informed Decisions: Technical Trend Analysis
Vanston, John H. , Ph.D.
Vanston, Lawrence K. , Ph.D.
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The authors begin a series of articles on the role of technology forecasting (TF) in effective decision making. Each article will examine different TF techniques, methods for employing the results of forecasts, and suggestions for integrating TF activities into corporate activities.

Technology Forecasting: A Practical Tool for Rationalizing the R&D Process
Vanston, John H. , Ph.D.
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The author explains how technology forecasting techniques can be used not only to project advances in technology, but also to identify and evaluate markets for new technologies, define potential competitor strategies and actions, and examine how the new technologies will impact the business operating environment.

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