Defining socioeconomic search fields for the application identification of paradigm-shifting technologies – The case of quantum computing
IEEE International Conference on Technology Management, Operations and Decisions (ICTMOD), pp. 1–6
Abstract
Paradigm-shifting technologies (PT), such as quantum computing (QC), rely on novel scientific principles and present substantial potential for future applications. Because their development is both complex and costly, identifying long-term use cases that serve as guiding principles for technology development is crucial. However, focusing solely on corporate-level scenarios may yield insufficient returns, overlooking broader socioeconomic benefits that could extend across entire industries or even national economies. Yet, a systematic method to align the innovative capabilities of PT with socioeconomic goals remains absent. This paper introduces a conceptual framework guiding potential technology adopters to map a socioeconomic domain for PT application identification. First, broad innovation fields are defined based on public innovation systems. Second, these innovation fields are enriched with socioeconomic needs using the United Nation (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Ultimately, this framework derives specific socioeconomic development needs that underscore the wide-ranging impact and value of PT in advancing strategic goals.
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Aachen University,Laboratory for Machine Tools and Production Engineering (WZL) of RWTH,Aachen,Germany
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Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology IPT
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Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology IPT,Aachen,Germany
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Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology IPT
Affiliation as printed
Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology IPT,Aachen,Germany
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