Technology assessment
Technology Assessment
Technology Assessment (pronunciation: /tɛkˈnɒlədʒi əˈsɛsmənt/) is a systematic evaluation of the potential impacts, both positive and negative, of a new or existing technology. It is often used to inform policy decisions and strategic planning.
Etymology
The term "Technology Assessment" is derived from the English words "technology", which comes from the Greek technologia meaning systematic treatment, and "assessment", which originates from the Latin assessus meaning a sitting by or near, hence a judicial hearing, a tax, a valuation.
Definition
Technology Assessment is a comprehensive form of policy research that examines short- and long-term consequences (for example, societal, economic, ethical, legal) of the application of technology. The goal of technology assessment is to provide policy-makers with information on policy alternatives.
Related Terms
- Technology: The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes.
- Assessment: The evaluation or estimation of the nature, quality, or ability of someone or something.
- Policy Research: A type of research that provides information to help policy makers make decisions.
- Societal Impact: The effect that developments, especially those in technology, have on society.
- Economic Impact: The effect of an event, policy change, or market trend on the economy.
- Ethical Impact: The effect of an action on moral principles.
- Legal Impact: The effect of a change in the law or legal decision on society or an industry.
Methodology
The methodology of a Technology Assessment can vary, but it typically involves the following steps:
- Identification of the technology to be assessed
- Definition of the assessment's scope
- Gathering of data
- Analysis of data
- Formulation of conclusions
- Communication of results to decision-makers
Applications
Technology Assessment can be applied in various fields such as healthcare, where it is used to evaluate the potential impacts of new medical technologies, or in environmental policy, where it can help assess the potential impacts of new energy technologies.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Technology assessment
- Wikipedia's article - Technology assessment
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