Technology Innovation Management Review · 2011 · 14 citations · 0 references
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IntroductionWhen large companies wish to bring new technology to market, increase their portfolio capability to address broader customer opportunities, or access new customers or market segments, their need to move quickly drives them to consider acquiring the assets of other companies. The target of acquisition, typically a startup, may have outstanding technology and a wish