Abstract: When Lynda Moulton was surfing the Web to find a local professional association that focused on knowledge management, she could not find one — so she started her own. Moulton, a former librarian and business entrepreneur turned consultant, did stumble across a national knowledge management association, but it didn’t have
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Gründung des Swiss Knowledge Management Forums (SKMF)
Abstract: Nach einer erfolgreichen Aufbauphase wurde am 30. Januar 2002 in Zürich das Netzwerk Swiss Knowledge Management Forum (SKMF) gegründet. Die Fachgruppe der Wissensmanager strebt einen positiven Erfahrungsaustausch in ihrem Gebiet an. Aus einem Schlagwort sollen handfeste Methoden entstehen.
Librarians as Knowledge Mangers
Abstract: An overall view of knowledge management, and the role of librarians in its implementation are being discussed. The shift from traditional work culture to a learning organization cannot be accomplished quickly. It requires high-level commitment to change, a rewards system that encourages teamwork, and the sharing of best practices. The main idea of
Leadership styles in the process of knowledge acquisition
Abstract: Behavioural and interpersonal skills most often cited as essential for successful knowledge management (acquisition). Unfortunately, little is known about the roles played by leadership in the process of knowledge acquisition. A survey of 227 persons who are, or have been engaged in knowledge acquisition activities was undertaken to investigate the relationship between different
Choosing the right leader for knowledge initiatives
Abstract: Choosing the right leader for knowledge initiatives is a crucial first step When the concept of knowledge management was new, it was common for an advocate or two–often employees associated with information technology–to introduce it into the enterprise. But now, as ideas about knowledge energize business strategies, companies are giving