We present a conceptual framework and review the empirical literature on leadership in
research and development (R&D) organizations. Findings of studies reviewed suggest that …

In this article, we review and summarize the literature on crossfunctional organization forms
that has been published since 1976. We focus on the commonalities of the literatures that …

In this book, leading authorities on project organizing explore the growing deployment of
projects and other types of temporary organizations, with a focus on the challenges created …

The theoretical field of project management (PM) can be described as a set of models and
techniques for the planning and control of complex undertakings. The three main …

Any firm that hopes to compete on the basis of innovation clearly must be proficient in all
phases of the new‐product development (NPD) process. However, the real keys to success …

Large established firms typically focus on enhancing their ability to manage their core
businesses, with an emphasis on cost reduction, quality improvements, and incremental …

This study examines how leadership characteristics in new product development teams
affect the learning, knowledge application, and subsequently the performance of these …

Executive Overview For many industries, new product development is now the single most
important factor driving firm success or failure. The emphasis on new products has spurred …

Although recent empirical research shows that most firms have implemented cross‐
functional teams for the majority of the new product development projects undertaken, they …

This article suggests to use the conceptual model of Michael Porter Value Chain in order to
integrate all the variables that explain the mechanism of value creation through design. The …