An Evaluation of Critical Success Factors of Research and Development Centers in Select Mechanical Engineering Companies of Karnataka

Abstract

Several Engineering R&D centers are established in India by global multinational companies particularly in Mechanical Engineering domain, for leveraging cost efficiency, technical resource pool and capability available. However, these R&D centers struggle to move up to the value chain and transform from service-based thinking to product thinking. A well-developed business model would need to be established to enable this transformation improving productivity, competitiveness, enhance value to customers & attaining business growth. Using multi case study approach & interview technique, this study will identify R&D success factors. The study outcome will benefit the companies planning to set up R&D centers in Karnataka, India, Engineering R&D Ecosystem, leadership teams in various R&D centers, employees, business customers and society in general.