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Focuses on a study which proposed a model which explained the differences in the expectations before and the market realities after privatization and its implications in technology transfer between Central and Eastern European (CEE) and Western country managers. Review of related literature on technology transfer; Details on the conceptual model regarding management expectations in technology transfer; Expectations and perceptions of CEE managers after business transitions.

Discusses the privatization schemes developed by the countries of the Central and Eastern Europe region and analyzes the issues underlying technology transfer. Progress of privatization in the service sector in Central and Eastern Europe; Identification of the methods of privatization and technology transfer issues; Insight on capital privatization.

Proposes a model which can explain the differences in expectations before privatization and market realities after privatization, between Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) managers and their Western counterparts in terms of technology transfer out and into CEE. Description on the conceptual model; Types of perceptions of market realities after the transition by CEE managers and their Western and Japanese counterparts; Conclusion.

Examines the state of development of technology broking activities in Europe in the light of a survey conducted for the European Commission, DG XIII under its European Innovation Monitoring System. Emphasis on the potential role of technology transfer in company development; Role of the technology broker; Structure of the industry.

Discusses the role and activities of national and regional agencies involved in technology transfer in several European countries. Technology transfer aspects; Structure and modes operating in Europe for the diffusion of technological innovation and for technology transfer.

Announces the conference titled `The Role of Technology Transfer Projects in the Innovation Process,' organized by the Commission of the European Union slated for February 21-23, 1995 to be held at the Hemicycle, Plateau du Kirchberg, Luxembourg. Themes of general interest; Focus on issues affecting the performance of organizations in technology transfer projects; Contact information.