Defining a set of metrics to evaluate the potential disruptiveness of a technology

Anirban Ganguly, Roshanak Nilchiani, John V. Farr

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    Abstract

    Disruptive technology can be defined as an emerging technology whose arrival in the marketplace signifies the eventual displacement of the dominant technology in that sector. Defining and assessing a set of key metrics for a disruptive technology at its early stages can substantially aid an enterprise to develop requirements, identify, and in turn increase the possibility of the successful launch of a disruptive technology. This article aims at defining a set of key metrics for evaluation of a possible disruptive technology. A case study is subsequently used for demonstrating the metrics identified. The article concludes with its relevance to the engineering management domain and directions for future research.

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)34-44
    Number of pages11
    JournalEMJ - Engineering Management Journal
    Volume22
    Issue number1
    DOIs
    StatePublished - 1 Mar 2010

    Keywords

    • Disruptive Technology
    • Emerging Technology
    • Incumbent Technology
    • Metrics
    • New Product Development

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