New dimensions of competence development in industrial enterprises

Anders Drejer, Jens Ove Riis

International Journal of Manufacturing Technology and Management, 2000, vol. 2, issue 1/2/3/4/5/6/7, 660-682

Abstract: In view of the dynamics of both market and technology development, the notion of competency may play an important role as a bridge between market and technology. However, a more differentiated view is needed. Based on a definition of competencies as a system of human beings, technology, organisation and culture, we shall identify two important drivers of competence development - technological change and organisational learning. Three kinds of competencies are introduced and illustrated by means of case examples. This will form the basis for discussing issues related to competence development, such as technological and functional forecasting, forecasting versus visioneering, organisational learning as an enabler for competence development. Theoretical and practical implications conclude the paper.

Keywords: competencies in industrial enterprises; technology development; organisational learning; technology forecasting; functional forecasting; visioneering. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2000
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