The Effects of Technological Innovation Capabilities on Performance Outcomes in Iran Khodro

Purpose –The purpose of this paper is to examines the effects of different dimensions of TIC on innovation performance by providing a framework to describe these dimensions. Design/methodology/approach – This paper is based on focused and dedicated study of the literature present on technological innovation capabilities. Data for this study were collected from managers at Iran Khodro Company. Pearson correlation and regression analysis were used to examine the correlation between TIC and innovation performance. Findings – The paper finds that Learning capability, R&D capability, marketing capability, and strategic planning capability can significantly improve innovation sale and largely enhance learning capability as well as capability of producing performance for those products that are manufactured or improved through innovation. Research limitations/implications – This study is based on only a single case study. In addition, a great deal of time was spent to reach managers and collect required information. Another limitation was reluctance of some senior managers of companies, for different reasons, to participate in the study.

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