We develop technology and generate knowledge aimed at promoting value creation throughout society. Our holistic understanding of society, technology, organisation and economics provides us with generic competence in all branches of manufacturing and service industry. At the same time, we have particular expertise in the transportation sector.

The unit has nine departments and about 280 employees.

SINTEF Technology and Society develops new knowledge and technology to add value on company and society level. This is done through a wide range of scientific methods, analyses, tests/simulations and development of products and services.

Typical areas where most businesses request new knowledge and technology are:

• Productivity and innovation ability
• Change processes
• Knowledge management
• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Working environment
• Safety  and environmental management
• Economic decision models
• Transport
• Smart Wear
• Innovation in the health sector
• Medical microbiology
• Ultra sound and image guided therapy
• Clinical trials
• Health and social services

You will find more detailed information in the departments menu (left side).