Factors which improve firm performance of SMEs

2019 ◽  
Vol 36 (2) ◽  
pp. 33-35
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Technical Knowledge ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Strategic Orientations ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Overall Performance ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Businesses can enhance their overall performance by focusing on certain strategy dimensions at the expense of others. The positive impact of such strategic orientations can be furthered when various technical and non-technical knowledge management mechanisms are effectively utilized. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Towards superior knowledge management

2020 ◽  
Vol 36 (5) ◽  
pp. 35-37
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Business Environment ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Superior Knowledge ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Overall Performance ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings It is imperative that firms develop effective knowledge management (KM) systems in order to remain competitive in today’s challenging business environment. By focusing on the different KM constructs and the important associations between, organizations will become better placed to enhance overall performance. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Leadership where there’s a will

2014 ◽  
Vol 30 (10) ◽  
pp. 29-31
Keyword(s):  
Energy Balance ◽  
Energy Management ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Mental Practice ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Time And Energy ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds personal impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings – Willpower governs acts of leadership. It is a capability that has been found to be genetic, but which also is possible to develop by raised awareness, disciplined practice and extending one’s comfort zones by exposing oneself to challenges. Willpower is a mental capability, and if leaders develop their ability to focus on their time and energy management, and become more aware of their feelings, they may improve their willpower. Additionally, their energy balance matters: taking care of basics including paying attention to nutrition and to resting, as well as taking up some form of physical/mental practice may have a positive impact on a leader’s willpower. Practical implications – The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. Originality/value – The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

A new model for knowledge management

2015 ◽  
Vol 31 (6) ◽  
pp. 42-44
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Knowledge Economy ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Market Forces ◽  
Content Type ◽  
New Model ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings – We are, as we are constantly reminded, in a knowledge economy, and as such are liable to succumb to different market forces and variations than in previous paradigms. However if this is true, there is a central irony to our development of business activities in this area, in that there seems to be somewhat of a vacuum of knowledge about the knowledge economy. Practical implications – The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. Originality/value – The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

New learning and old learning

2020 ◽  
Vol 34 (6) ◽  
pp. 21-23
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Organizational Learning ◽  
Learning Organization ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Management Processes ◽  
New Learning ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds his/her own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Organizational learning is one of those themes that everyone within a firm can get on board with. It sounds important and logical, and no one is going to argue against organizational learning, are they? Once the HR department declares your firm a “learning organization” and ensures that knowledge management processes are updated, new training is rolled out and mentoring introduced across hierarchies, everyone will be happy in the knowledge that they are now part of a learning organization. Practical implications This paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Towards more effective strategy execution

2020 ◽  
Vol 36 (5) ◽  
pp. 19-21
Keyword(s):  
Driving Force ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
The Other ◽  
Effective Strategy ◽  
Strategy Execution ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Overall Performance ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Efficiency in both planning and implementation impact on the overall performance of any strategy. Execution is often below standard though, particularly where public sector firms are concerned. But strong leadership can provide the necessary guidance and serve as a driving force to effectively align all the other key components and significantly improve the outcome as a result. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

The only constant is change

2017 ◽  
Vol 33 (6) ◽  
pp. 35-37
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Management Strategy ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Knowledge Management Strategy ◽  
Global Marketplace ◽  
Content Type ◽  
National Bank ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings In an increasingly volatile and disrupted global marketplace, organizations need to enact change faster and more often to stay competitive. Change, however, is often met with resistance by employees, as it forces them out of their comfort zones and into uncertainty. Imran et al. (2017) have looked at the National Bank of Pakistan to see how change can be successfully implemented. To implement change successfully, the correct knowledge management strategy needs to be identified and engaged. Understanding this can aid the readiness for the change phase, as well as reduce cynicism within the workforce. Practical implications The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Sustainable sustainability

2015 ◽  
Vol 31 (10) ◽  
pp. 27-29 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Embryonic Stage ◽  
Economic Success ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings – Even at this relatively embryonic stage, the current millennium can already boast several defining characteristics. Rampant globalization, social media and smartphones are among those that readily spring to mind. But perhaps history will show that sustainability turned out to be the most important phenomenon of all. Many companies once subscribed to the view that it was an either-or scenario where sustainability and economic success were concerned. Not anymore. The positive impact that sustainability can exert on the longer-term health of an organization is now widely acknowledged. Doubters belong in an ever-dwindling minority. Ignorance has not entirely subsided though. Understanding the challenges of becoming sustainable is often conspicuous by its absence. Practical implications – The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. Originality/value – The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Successful strategy execution for public sector firms

2018 ◽  
Vol 34 (7) ◽  
pp. 26-28
Keyword(s):  
Public Sector ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Strategy Execution ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Public Sector Organizations ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Overall Performance ◽  
Critical Components ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Poor execution is the main reason for the failure of most strategies. Addressing nine critical components can enable public sector organizations to increase the rate of successful implementations and enhance overall performance as a result. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Following the Finnish way

2018 ◽  
Vol 34 (3) ◽  
pp. 22-24
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Local Government ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Improve Performance ◽  
The West ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Global Citizens ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings The way local government works in the West is changing to suit the needs of global citizens. Effective knowledge management holds the key to how local government can improve performance to provide what is needed without encountering the issues previous governments have faced. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

English soccer reveals game of two halves

2014 ◽  
Vol 30 (7) ◽  
pp. 16-18
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Cutting Edge ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings – Examines the potential of knowledge management (KM) as a tool in two soccer clubs. Finds that there is some, albeit limited, acknowledgment by the clubs of KM’s value, and suggests that its use can offer a new lens through which to address old problems. Practical implications – The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organisations. Originality/value – The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

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