Our modern society encounters rapid changes that inevitably lead business organization to become continuous innovative engine in facing the dialectic of stability and change to meet the demand of ongoing changing environment. In order to be remaining competitive through providing superior value; today, businesses are required to gear up its knowledge based activities by taking knowledge management initiatives seriously. Surely, knowledge management in organization gets its momentum in recent discussion of both academic and practitioner fields. The diversity of disciplines (Economics, Information and Library Science, Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Communication, Cognitive Science, Organizational Behavior and Theory, Psychology, …show more content…
Because knowledge is dynamic, the one-time establishment of a knowledge management system will not work without refreshment, additions, and revisions. An ongoing commitment is necessary if knowledge management is to reflect the processes and power of human knowledge. In this regard, Bernard Marr et al. (2003) suggest an optimal alignment in between the epistemologies of individuals and corporate epistemology to manage and harness the intellectual capital in organization. They further postulate different epistemological concerns that lead to different knowledge creation processes required by different individuals and parts of an organization to accomplish their given functions. So, knowledge management approaches also differ even within different departments in organization deny the reliability of global and uniformed knowledge management practices those are prove to be sub optimal in adequately serving all or at least one of the groups. The greater the mismatch between epistemologies, …show more content…
Three basic functions of knowledge creation, knowledge storage/ retrieval, knowledge transfer and knowledge application are mostly discussed in present literature (Holzner & Marx 1979; Pentland, 1995). However, very few studies are found providing all three functions in a single ground to facilitate knowledge management outcomes and optimal performance within given context. Thus, knowledge management framework is built on two critical dimensions: knowledge management outcomes (knowledge creation, retention and transfer) and properties of knowledge management context (properties of units- an individual, a group and an organization, properties of the relationships between units and properties of knowledge) (Linda Argote et al., 2003). According to their view, all knowledge management outcomes are related to each other and occur within any knowledge management contexts. The contribution of this framework is to take count on all basic knowledge management functions in all possible contextual aspects to integrate the literature, where most of the theory in knowledge management is designed to discuss only one outcome and/or one context at a point of investigation. It entails that the property of units, property of relationship between units and property of knowledge in knowledge management context determine the effectiveness of knowledge management outcomes. Ability, motivation and opportunity are three
In this analysis includes a summary of the characters and the issues they are dealing with, as well as concepts that are seen that we have discussed in class. Such as stereotyping and the lack of discrimination and prejudice, then finally I suggest a few actions that can be taken to help solve the issues at hand, allowing the involved parties to explain their positions and give them a few immersion opportunities to experience their individual cultures.
Knowledge work according to Raman, (1999), contains activities, which are "information-based, knowledge intensive and knowledge generating" (p. 2). The paper's theme is, "organizations staying ahead of the competition have come to realize knowledge and knowledge workers are their key to success in today's environment where knowledge and information have become commodities" (Raman, 1999, p. 1). This paper's theme traces the historical development of knowledge management and knowledge workers; differentiates between knowledge workers and non-knowledge workers, and illustrate the knowledge workers experience in the author's organization. Knowledge systems contain the potential to increase business value (Bang, Cleemann, & Bramming, 2010).
The management of knowledge within the context of organizational processes is a determining factor of its effectiveness and level of performance. Hislop (2013) stated, "One of the key distinctions in the knowledge management literature relates to epistemology" (p. 8). In an attempt to acquire an in-depth understanding of key aspects of knowledge management I will analyze a key organizational job position that possesses valuable experience and traits of fulfilling responsibilities. My analysis will include a description of the organization and position, a review of the perspectives and types of knowledge, as described by Hislop (2013), as they relate to the job position, and the challenges encountered in transferring
On my Smarter Measure report, I have scored mostly above average. I also have a different type of learning style, with Aural being my highest. Being Aural, I find that listening to music or audio is a good strategy for me to study. However, I have score low in the technological knowledge.
T.D. Wilson (2002) makes a point of identifying several sources of articles, references and course syllabi with varying takes on knowledge management within organizations. Wilson is convinced that organizations misuse the terminology “knowledge management” and that their activities are more concerned with managing information than with the management of knowledge (Wilson, 2002). Wilson defines knowledge as involving “the mental processes of comprehension” or, as “what we know” and information as the expression of what we know and can convey through messages (Wilson, 2002). By researching the use of the “knowledge management” Wilson conveys that the terms knowledge and information are used interchangeably, which results in an inaccurate application
(106) 'Knowledge management means using the ideas and experience of employees, customers and suppliers to improve the organisation’s performance. ' (5) Knowledge management (KM) is best when 'it is in alignment with organizational culture, structure and strategy ' (5). For this reason, the aim of this briefing document is to advise Santander on solutions to potential KM barriers employees may face by discussing three key barriers- culture, technology and leadership.
Drawing on your knowledge of social innovation and organizational form, compare and contrast two organizational forms (e.g association and social movement; company limited by guarantee and coop; hybrid and some ‘pure’ form. Critically evaluate them with regard to their enabling or constraining impact on social innovation. Draw liberally on the relevant literature and illustrate with examples.
Introduction With today’s rate of development in technology, there has also been an immense increase in global information sharing. Innovations in technology and design seem to be emerging in the market almost every month. One of the key aspects of any business is to gather, organize and efficiently apply this information. According to Antonic (2005), economic assets are fast becoming of secondary importance in the market as companies ascribe more importance to intellectual capital. With the right application of knowledge management methods, companies can achieve a competitive advantage by managing the immense amount of information available (Balanced Scorecard Institute, 2002).
Hansen M., Nohria N., and Tierney T. (1999), “What’s your Strategy for Managing Knowledge?,” Harvard Business Review (March 1999), 106–16.
In most organizations, effective utilization of knowledge increases productivity, creates competitive advantage and, ultimately, improves profits.
Technology is a key element in the world today. It plays an important role in almost everything. Education is no exception to this; technology has been present in education for many years now. The purpose of this paper is to discuss why education is better with the addition of technology. More importantly, I am talking about this so that my audience will become more aware of how technology supports what is being done in education.
The main objective of writing this paper is in practice, the management of innovative process takes into account the most important criteria that reflect the substance of innovation and arising directly from the definition of "disruptive innovation". Such criteria include the degree of novelty and substantive content.
At the final week of Innovation & Enterprise I EE3031 module, I finally learned the process of conceptualizing and designing a product which involves technology. Leadership, teamwork and communication should be part of education as it not only enhances interpersonal skills but real life skills. In addition, presenting to an audience was key to gaining interest for a new development product.
Over the past few years technology has taken on a whole new meaning. We have moved from the days of chalkboards, to whiteboards, to interactive whiteboards. Our students seem to be more computer savvy than their teachers. Home telephones are starting to become a thing of the past, and cell phones have turned into mini-computers. Technological geniuses have even tried to eliminate books by creating electronic books, for example the Kindle and Nook. It has become pretty evident that being technologically smart is a necessity in today's world.
Innovation in business is a key aspect of staying viable in an ever changing climate of competition. One must continuously provide insight and solutions to issues, known and presently unknown through investigation and collaboration. Within this paper we will look into four businesses and their use of innovation in attempt at a better business or greater market share. The innovative businesses of interest are: Taco Bell, Zipcar, Dollar Shave Club and Kickstarter.