Research Mandate
The Lazaridis Institute is committed to advancing knowledge and developing innovative strategies to address the complex challenges technological enterprises face in today's rapidly evolving global landscape. Our research mandate is strategically focused on the following key areas:
- Innovation and Technology Management:
- Investigating the processes and strategies that drive innovation within technological enterprises.
- Developing frameworks for effective technology management that enhance organizational agility and adaptability.
- Scalability and Growth:
- Exploring the factors that influence the scalability of high-tech firms, focusing on overcoming barriers to growth.
- Identifying best practices for scaling operations, infrastructure, and markets in technology-driven industries.
- Global Competitiveness:
- Analyzing the competitive dynamics of global markets and the strategies that enable technological enterprises to thrive internationally.
- Researching the role of digital transformation in enhancing global competitiveness.
- Entrepreneurship and Leadership:
- Examining the unique challenges and opportunities for entrepreneurs in the tech sector.
- Developing leadership models that are tailored to the needs of high-tech enterprises.
- Sustainability and Ethics in Technology:
- Investigating the intersection of technology and sustainability, emphasizing responsible innovation.
- Addressing ethical considerations in managing technological enterprises, including data privacy, AI, and environmental impact.
- Strategic Management of Technological Enterprises:
- Focusing on the strategic decisions that drive success in high-tech firms, including mergers and acquisitions, strategic alliances, and corporate governance.
- Developing tools and methodologies for effective strategic planning and execution in the context of technological enterprises.
The Lazaridis Institute is dedicated to fostering interdisciplinary research that advances academic understanding and provides actionable insights for tech industry practitioners. By aligning our research initiatives with the strategic focus on managing technological enterprises, we aim to contribute to these vital sectors' sustainable growth and long-term success.