New textbook on "Research and Development - Planning and Organization of R&D Management" published

The management of research and development is one of the most important functions that corporations must undertake, especially those in technology branches. This book offers a comprehensive overview of all the strategic, operative, and tactical measures necessary for successful R&D management along with proven tools and best practices. Therefore, basic terms, models and developments as well as the essential elements of basic planning are explained. The special feature of this book is its foundation on five previous editions, which have been supplemented and selectively expanded by current developments. Thus, the knowledge of more than 30 years is covered, which includes the essential scientific state of knowledge in the German-speaking countries.

• Aspects of strategic planning of research and development
• Essential elements of operational planning of research and development
• Tools and best practices
• Controlling and performance review

Klaus Brockhoff, Otto Beisheim School of Management; Alexander Brem, Universität Stuttgart