Managers are bombarded with an almost constant stream of data every day. This may well be the most comprehensive book on knowledge management systems kms out there, and thoroughly s all aspects pertaining to the organization, systems, economics and strategy of kms. I feel this definition is inadequate, however, as it limits knowledge management to a set of processes. Knowledge management as an important tool in organisational management. Essentials of knowledge management, by bryan bergerson. It describes how knowledge management enables the mission command warfighting function and continues by describing how knowledge management helps commanders in organizing the mission command system. Building on the groundbreaking, bestselling first edition, knowledge management handbook. Dama international is dedicated to advancing the concepts and practices of information and data management and supporting dama members and their organizations to address their information and data management needs. The goal of this book is to provide a comprehensive overview of knowledge management by examining its objectives, scope, strategy, best practices. This book as assigned as the text for a knowledge management course i am currently taking. This book aims to introduce readers to the recent research topics, it is titled new research on knowledge management. We in the elearning field can learn a lot from how amazon approaches the relationship between customers and information. Pdf knowledge management for the entrepreneurial venture. Why knowledge management is important to the success of.
The classic oneline definition of knowledge management was offered up by tom davenport early on davenport, 1994. How to implement decision management in business processes describes a simple but comprehensive methodology for decision management projects, which use business rules and predictive analytics to optimize and automate small, highvolume business decisions. The answer, in part, is through use of advanced knowledgemanagement km techniques. The electronic journal of knowledge management ejkm publishes research on topics relevant to the study and implementation of knowledge management, intellectual capital, intangible resources and related fields of study. Yes, knowledge management is the hottest subject of the day. Many of us have heard and read parts of the siemens story at conferences, in article etc. Probably no better or more succinct singleline definition has appeared since. Issue 6 2011 a knowledgebased view of firm innovation. This book serves as a reference for individuals interested in knowledge management km and educational issues surrounding km. Introduction to knowledge management todd groff, thomas.
This book is licensed under a creative commons byncsa 3. The book covers all the essential elements of km, including knowledge sharing, knowledge application, organizational culture, knowledge management strategy, and km tools. Yet these informal networks are often misunderstood and poorly managed. This chapter providesan overview on how knowledge management supports the army. New research on knowledge management applications and. Kr is a discipline concerned with the managerial initiatives focused on assessing and retaining the most critical knowledge within the firm, particularly when faced with the potential loss of employees, e. It begins with a brief overview of knowledge management foundations. Ten things you need to know about managing knowledge. It contains case studies from six asian government organizations, from different. Collaboration and social networking, second edition focuses on two key elements in knowledge management. The book then covers best practice and the key activities associated with doing knowledge management, including knowledge strategy, managing knowledge loss and knowledge sharing. Maria rosaria della peruta this volume explores the notion of crosscultural knowledge management, which looms ever larger in multicultural organisations in the era of globalisation.
Find knowledge management textbooks at up to 90% off. This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 18th international conference on knowledge engineering and knowledge management, ekaw 2012, held in galway city, ireland, in october 2012. Nodine, the institute for the study of knowledge management in education, march 2003, pp. Knowledge management km represents a deliberate and systematic approach to cultivating and sharing an organizations knowledge base. Knowledge management there are many definitions of knowledge management. Practical applications of knowledge management include processes for data management, strategically leveraging instructional and information technologies and tools, and governance.
This book focuses on various aspects of km including social, political and philosophical perspectives. The aim of the study is to provide a theoretical background to knowledge management and related concepts and to determine the current situation with regard to. Finishing with a discussion of knowledge management s role in international business and what future developments are expected in the field. Knowledge management for the entrepreneurial venture article pdf available in production and operations management 226 november 20 with 485 reads how we measure reads. Which are the best books about knowledge management. Choose from used and new textbooks or get instant access with etextbooks and digital materials. The journal contributes to the development of theory, practice and policy in the field of knowledge management, intellectual capital and intangible. This is a knowledge management book covering the theories, frameworks, models, tools, and supporting disciplines that are relevant to both the student and the practitioner. Knowledge management systems encompass both human and. The focus is on realworld business examples using commonly available technologies. This is a book that deals with a very specific part of knowledge management km, namely knowledge retention kr. Risk management benchmarking a significant element of the business community also views knowledge management as a natural extension of business process reengineering, a fact underscored by the recent announcement that. A proven decision management methodology for increased profits and lowered risks. Knowledge management in theory and practice the mit press.
Covering all aspects of knowledge regulation and order including organizational issues. A common definition is the collection of processes that govern the creation, dissemination, and leveraging of knowledge to fulfil organisational objectives. The international journal of knowledge management ijkm provides a forum for academics, researchers, and educators to analyze global aspects of knowledge management from differing cultural perspectives and their use of knowledge and knowledge management. International journal of knowledge management ijkm. The book is set out in a clear and straightforward way, with. To fulfill this mission, damai sponsors and facilitates the development of bodies of knowledge through its community of experts as well as developing. Knowledge management km is the systematic management of processes enabling vital individual and collective knowledge resources to be identified, created, stored, shared, and used for the benefit of the actors involved glossary. Issue 5 2014 knowledge management in organizations and interfirm networks. Organizational models and enterprise strategies provides an overview of theoretical and empirical research on knowledge management generation in the web 2. It concludes with an alternative view on km, emphasising how km helps to ensure the success of the knowledge revolution. Siemens has long been held as a good exemplar of corporate knowledge management.
Free download of essentials of knowledge management by bryan bergerson. Read this article to find out three key reasons why actively managing knowledge is important to a companys success. This book introduces readers to a wide range of knowledge management km tools, techniques and terminology for enhancing innovation, communication and dedication among individuals and workgroups. The balanced scorecard method 275 the house of quality method 277. In recent years, there have been more and more new and interesting findings in the research field of knowledge management. It is a highly multidisciplinary field that encompasses both information technology and intellectual capital. Knowledge management as an organizational innovation has been with us. Knowledge engineering and knowledge management springerlink. Knowledge management is built around interactions of various entities that results in social knowledge, moreover, social knowledge as the aggregate of what people and system know, is known to affect the creation of knowledge in an organization goucher, 2007. New research on knowledge management models and methods. The following working definition of knowledge management frames the discussion. Knowledge management is the transformation of knowledge in the form of insights, understandings, and practical knowhow that we all possess in other manifestations like books, technology, practices, and traditions within organizations of all kinds and in society. Issue 4 2012 managing knowledge for business performance improvement. The technical side is quite detailed and based around the overall categories of km tools, i.
Knowledge management explores the concept of knowledge management. The following writings, articles, and links offer some emerging perspectives in response to these questions. Issue 4 20 the 21st century knowledgebased value drivers of innovation and sustainable development. It begins by outlining virtually every definition relevant to km, organizational learning, and kms. Now, brought together in one place is the story as told by siemens own.
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