A thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Business Administration in Management of Technology, School of Management

Thesis (M.B.A.) - Asian Institute of Technology

This study is an attempt to find a linkage between the technology strategy of a firm and its technological capability. The main objective of this study is to develop a methodology which can help to find out whether a firm has the relevant technological capabilities at the desired level of strength to pursue a specific technology strategy. It in envisaged that such a methodology will help a firm to develop its technological capabilities where gaps exist so that it can pursue its desired technology strategy. To facilitate this, a classification of technology strategies is first developed. The production, technological, organizational, and marketing attributes of firms following different technology strategies are then developed and an attribute profile in relation to technology strategy is developed. To match these attributes the desired technological capabilities are identified and a Technology Strategy - Technology Capability (TSTC) Matrix is then developed. This matrix c;:in be then applied for the purpose of matching technology strategy with technology capability. The methodology is applied to a aircraft company in Indonesia. Based on the finding relevant conclusions about the company technology strategy and technological capability are drawn. The limitations of the methodology and suggestion for further work are also included.