A study of scientific research in the operating components of a large decentralized manufacturing company

In an effort to determine the feasibility of extending and broadening the base of scientific research within this large decentralized manufacturing company, a comprehensive investigation was carried on. Teams were used to implement individual studies in the operating components of the company — with emphasis placed upon including scientific people in these teams — while a full-time staff carried on the overall research project. Benefits from, and factors influencing, research were isolated and examined. Some recommendations were made for the accomplishment and utilization of the scientific research necessary to meet the business objectives within this company.