Technology foresight: creating the future of Thailand’s industries
Jarunee Wonglimpiyarat
Jarunee Wonglimpiyarat is Science Policy Researcher and Chief Auditor at The National Science and Technology Development Agency, Ministry of Science and Technology, Klong Luang, Pathumthani, Thailand
Abstract
Purpose – The paper aims to deal with the application of foresight in devising strategic technology policies in Thailand
Design/methodology/approach – The paper examines the foresight exercise carried out by the Thai government, through the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) and the APEC Center for Technology Foresight, to examine the potential of the Thai industry and to devise development policies necessary to make the Thai industry successful by the year 2020.
Findings – The results of the foresight process provide a comprehensive overview of the trends of the Thai industry. The study contributes towards the formulation of feasible technological and industrial policies, which would enhance the country’s ability to improve the competitive position for tomorrow.
Originality/value – The paper provides an overview of Thailand’s comprehensive national foresihht program.
Keywords Thailand, Innovation, Communication technologies
Paper type General review
Technology foresight: creating the future of Thailand’s industriesJarunee WonglimpiyaratJarunee Wonglimpiyarat is Science Policy Researcher and Chief Auditor at The National Science and Technology Development Agency, Ministry of Science and Technology, Klong Luang, Pathumthani, ThailandAbstractPurpose – The paper aims to deal with the application of foresight in devising strategic technology policies in ThailandDesign/methodology/approach – The paper examines the foresight exercise carried out by the Thai government, through the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) and the APEC Center for Technology Foresight, to examine the potential of the Thai industry and to devise development policies necessary to make the Thai industry successful by the year 2020.Findings – The results of the foresight process provide a comprehensive overview of the trends of the Thai industry. The study contributes towards the formulation of feasible technological and industrial policies, which would enhance the country’s ability to improve the competitive position for tomorrow.Originality/value – The paper provides an overview of Thailand’s comprehensive national foresihht program.Keywords Thailand, Innovation, Communication technologiesPaper type General review
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