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Raising the Level of Abstraction

By: Willy Shih
  • Format:Print
  • | Language:English
  • | Pages:4
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Abstract

This technical note discusses abstraction as a way of generalizing a process or component for wider application. By hiding complexity inside a module, abstraction enables system designers to think at a higher level. This lowers entry barriers to using (and reusing) a complex technology.

Keywords

Abstraction; Modularity; Commercialization; Information Technology; Information Infrastructure; Information Technology; Applications and Software; Digital Platforms; United States; Asia; Europe

Citation

Shih, Willy. "Raising the Level of Abstraction." Harvard Business School Technical Note 614-019, August 2013.

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Willy C. Shih

Technology and Operations Management
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