Field(s) of Expertise/Research Area(s)

Information science and management of high-technology industry, organization theory, systems engineering, manufacturing

Biography

Before coming to Northwestern, Professor Frey served for 17 years as chairman of the board and chief executive officer of the Bell & Howell Company. He does research in information systems and technology management and is an elected member of the National Academy of Engineering. He received the National Medal of Technology in 1990.

Research

Frey, D. (1977).  NMA executive viewpoint. Information and Records Management. Hempstead, N.Y.

Frey, D. June (1981). Engineers don't talk enough to each other. Management Review. American Management Association.

Frey, D. (1983). Education is the prerequisite to economic growth. Cleveland, Ohio: Industry Week.

Frey, D. (1983). Technical education: Industry's most promising investment. Technical Education News.

Honors and Awards

• Member, National Academy of Engineering, 1966
  
• National Medal of Technology, 1990