A Study of Theoretical Models for Managing Technology Change and a Comparison to a Radio Frequency Identification Implementation

Author

Mark S. Reboulet
Phillip L. Robinson

Date of Award

9-1993

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science

Abstract

This research developed an aggregate model for technological implementation in organizations. The aggregate model drew information from various theoretical models and aggregated those elements that were common to several of the models. Those elements included: information availability, anticipated profitability, probability of success, user attitudes, political attitudes, external pressure, teamwork, strategic planning, resource availability, and training. Individuals involved at various organizational levels of a Radio Frequency Identification implementation were interviewed to see if the aggregate model could be useful to managers. The researchers found evidence that each of the elements of the aggregate model could be beneficial to managers considering implementing new technologies. Also, the researchers found that individuals at different organizational levels tended to view these elements differently. Additionally, the researchers recommended several elements that could be added to the model. Future research should be conducted to determine if these additional elements should be added to the aggregate model and to determine the model is useful for various types of technologies.

AFIT Designator

AFIT-GLM-LA-93S-36

DTIC Accession Number

ADA276012

Comments

Presented to the Faculty of the School of Logistics and Acquisitions Management of the Air Force Institute of Technology

The authors' Vita pages are omitted.

Recommended Citation

Reboulet, Mark S. and Robinson, Phillip L., "A Study of Theoretical Models for Managing Technology Change and a Comparison to a Radio Frequency Identification Implementation" (1993). Theses and Dissertations. 7306.
https://scholar.afit.edu/etd/7306