Technological intelligence can be defined as "the set of coordinated activities aimed at acquiring solid knowledge on the scientific and technological environment in order to support the decision-making process, in particular on issues related to research and innovation management".
Technological intelligence is therefore related to the research and analysis of strategic information to better understand innovative environments. It is a set of original, high value-added methods and tools that can shed light on a range of varied issues (choice of R&D projects, identification of partners, competitive analysis, etc.).
The stakes are high for innovative players or those who support innovation: understanding the dynamics of innovation facilitates their decision-making by helping them to better position themselves in dynamic, internationalised and highly competitive environments.