An examination of technology transfer: The channels which technology can be transferred to and acquired by recipient organisations in Oman

Organizational behavior, Information technology

Al-Ghafri, Hamdan Hamed

University:University of Glasgow

关键词: Organizational behavior, Information technology;   

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来源: University of Glasgow

【 摘 要 】

This research examines the transfer of technology to Oman and analyses the channels through which technology can be transferred to and acquired by recipient organisations in Oman. The present empirical investigation is intended to contribute to the existing large volume of literature on technological transfer, and highlight the salient factors relating to this process and analyse their impact on Oman as a developing country. In addition, it examines the impact of these factors on the development of national capabilities such as natural resources, educational institutions, and manpower. It was found from the literature review, the empirical findings and the questionnaire that Oman depends on foreign technology and foreign manpower, and lacks indigenous skilled manpower able to operate, monitor and adapt the imported technology. This study concludes that Oman should develop a plan to create and develop local capabilities, to generate technological know-how, and to use indigenous manpower for the benefit of the country. Therefore, the import of technology from advanced countries and the development of indigenous technological infrastructure must be viewed by Omani decision-makers as complementary to one another.