@article{Mohrle.2004,
	title = {Profiling Technological Competencies of Companies: A Case Study Based on the Theory of Inventive Problem Solving},
	author = {Martin G. Möhrle and Hagen Lessing},
	journal = {Creativity & Innovation Management},
	number = {4},
	pages = {231-239},
	volume = {13},
	year = {2004},
	biburl = {http://www.bibsonomy.org/bibtex/297784927833aa9d3ecbb4233ff6deb9e/callagialla},
	abstract = {The Theory of Inventive Problem Solving (Russian acronym: TRIZ) provides several new ways for finding creative problem solutions. In addition to TRIZ as it is used for generating inventions, some of its instruments can be applied for strategic management support. In combination with patent databases, TRIZ can be used for profiling technological competencies of inventors and companies to support strategic decisions. This article demonstrates profiling of technological competencies, using a complex case study of a leading German company. In this case study a five-step process, developed by the main author, has been applied. After having analysed patents and patent applications of three major companies in the field of floor-cleaning aids, three characteristic profiles have been identified. This led to important activities in the area of R&D of the company doing the analysis, as well as to decisions of strategic relevance. ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR Copyright of Creativity & Innovation Management is the property of Blackwell Publishing Limited and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts)
The Theory of Inventive Problem Solving (Russian acronym: TRIZ) provides several new ways for finding creative problem solutions. In addition to TRIZ as it is used for generating inventions, some of its instruments can be applied for strategic management support. In combination with patent databases, TRIZ can be used for profiling technological competencies of inventors and companies to support strategic decisions. This article demonstrates profiling of technological competencies, using a complex case study of a leading German company. In this case study a five-step process, developed by the main author, has been applied. After having analysed patents and patent applications of three major companies in the field of floor-cleaning aids, three characteristic profiles have been identified. This led to important activities in the area of R&D of the company doing the analysis, as well as to decisions of strategic relevance. ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR Copyright of Creativity & Innovation Management is the property of Blackwell Publishing Limited and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts)},
	issn = {0963-1690},
	keywords = {INVENTIONSMANAGEMENT ability in productsTECHNOLOGYCREATIVE scienceNEW technology }
}