Abstract: Rationale of study – Most organisations in Kenya face challenges integrating the knowledge management function in their structures due to the lack of a clear understanding of what knowledge managers should do. Consequently, there currently exist varied, unpredictable and often shallow job descriptions associated with knowledge managers. Methodology – The researchers conducted
Journal Articles
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Chief Knowledge Officers 2005, 2009, and 2015
Abstract: For each of the first three editions of the Encyclopedia of Information Science and Technology (2005, 2009 and 2015) but not for the fouth and fifth edition (2018 & 2020), Richard T. Herschel (Saint Joseph’s University, USA) wrote an article on the role of the chief knowledge officer. Read on and see how it
Role of the Chief Knowledge Officer in organisations
Abstract: As knowledge management is permeating many organisations, the Chief Knowledge Officer’s position is evolving and is playing a critical role in transforming the organisation into a “learning organisation”. Building a knowledge sharing culture is an important part towards the realisation of knowledge management in the organisation. This paper takes a comprehensive look at
Graduate programs related to Knowledge Management
Abstract: Knowledge management spans numerous disciplines, so it is not surprising that graduate level programs in KM have their roots in diverse fields. Some have emerged from library science and focus on the management of information, including records management. Others come from an IT perspective and offer enterprise information systems or database management programs.
U.S. Air Force Knowledge Management Career Field Education and Training Plan
Abstract: Knowledge Management Specialist might seem like an overly broad job title. That’s appropriate in a way because, in the Air Force, these specialists are responsible for coordinating and distributing information across all departments. This may include work like writing missile launch manuals or ensuring the secure disposal of important