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What Is R&D?

In: R&D Management and Technology Commercialization

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  • Orestis Georgiou

    (Ultraleap Ltd.)

  • Mykola Maksymenko

    (Haiqu Inc.)

  • Stephen Russo

    (Honeywell Building Automation Inc.)

Abstract

This chapter attempts a soft landing into the realm of R&D and innovation, exploring their fundamental roles in driving the development of new products, services, and breakthrough technologies. It introduces key concepts and frameworks, including the R&D uncertainty cone, technology readiness levels (TRLs), the funnel model, open innovation, and methodologies like stage-gate, lean, and agile. The chapter also contrasts academia’s open-ended research process with the structured, risk-driven R&D funnels in industry, highlighting the distinct challenges and goals of each. Through practical insights and examples, the chapter addresses how organizations bridge the “valley of death,” ensuring promising technologies transition from research to commercialization. Concluding with a practical skeleton for managing R&D functions, it underscores the importance of optimizing R&D practices to maximize returns on investment, given the significant global expenditure on innovation, currently at 2.2% of GDP.

Suggested Citation

  • Orestis Georgiou & Mykola Maksymenko & Stephen Russo, 2025. "What Is R&D?," Management for Professionals, in: R&D Management and Technology Commercialization, chapter 3, pages 11-31, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:mgmchp:978-3-031-86789-7_3
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-86789-7_3
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