Most modern Research and Development (R&D) organizations employ a multitude of scientists and engineers who are considered technical leaders, that is technical experts, in some specialized scientific field. However, in today's climate of downsizing, restructuring, and reengineering, these same organizations need to nurture the growth of technical leaders in order to successfully manage change and survive in a fiercely competitive world market. This essay explores the differences between being a technical leader and a true technical leader in an R&D environment.
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