Quantitative method to investigate investments: forecasting for RD organizations

摘要

A general model of a quantitative method is described for examining the investments needed in purchasing advanced development systems (ADSs). A similar process is depicted in an electronic department of a research and development unit. These ADSs serve in the developed of microprocessor-based applications. The author emphasises the logical process which enables one to quantify and analyze the various factors and to make decisions accordingly. The model relies on parameters such as: number of developers, average development time, a programmed software ratio factor, and a development system efficiency factor. The investigation and analysis executed for the system described enables managers to obtain quantitative data for decision making. These data are based on the logical system's evaluation in three steps: examination of the technology trend, short-term planning, and long-term planning.