The Implementation of Appropriate Metal Working Technology in the Social Environment of the Developing Countries

Summary The principles of appropriate. Intermediate technology are crucial to the success of development policies in developing countries- Such technologies can be generated locally, transferred from other countries or inappropriate technology from elsewhere can be applied or adapted to suit local needs. In some sectors of manufacturing a choice of technology can be said to exist, but experience shows that a great deal of research and development effort of high calibre is required for the development of appropriate technology outside the established basic industries. Appropriate technology should offer a complete package solution to the development problems of a particular community rather than a piecemeal list of particular solutions. The package should be appropriate to the local skills and other resources and offer the prospect of continuous development in the future. Technology that is not transformed almost always falls as the Third Worldwide litter of failed aid projects confirms. AT which may be suitable. Intermediate or high can be developed by outsiders (le people who are not going to use it), but It can only be Implemented by Insiders - by people who are going to use It and benefit from it. Failure to appreciate this is a major reason why the very poor do not use more technology.