Knowledge-Sharing Intention among Information Professionals in Nigeria: A Statistical Analysis

2016 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 225-3 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adeyinka Tella
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Information Professionals

Knowledge Sharing Practices Amongst the Library and Information Professionals of Pakistan in the Digital Era

2020 ◽  
pp. 200-217
Author(s):  
Ikram Ul Haq ◽  
Rabiya Ali Faridi
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Significant Activity ◽  
Knowledge Based ◽  
Digital Era ◽  
Information Professionals ◽  
Learning Development ◽  
Perceptual Aspect ◽  
Changing Knowledge

We are living in the age of an ever-changing knowledge-based society. Information, and most preferably knowledge, has been considered as a noteworthy resource for the development of any person, profession, institute, nation, and even all humanity on a larger scale. Knowledge sharing (KS) is a significant activity and an integral part of knowledge management. KS is substantial in building the capacity and learning development of library and information professionals. The aim of this article is to find out knowledge sharing practices among the library and information professionals working in different libraries in the Pakistani digital era. The study will be limited to the perceptual aspect of the issue, specifically from the respondents' opinions and their sentiments. Finally, the article highlights the role, skills and challenges for information professionals while sharing knowledge in the digital era of Pakistan.

A new conceptual framework for identifying the factors influencing the effectiveness of competitive intelligence

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (5) ◽  
pp. 555-576
Author(s):  
Somayeh Asghari ◽  
Sahar Targholi ◽  
Ali Kazemi ◽  
Saeed Shahriyari ◽  
Lila Rajabion
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Culture ◽  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Competitive Intelligence ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose Competitive intelligence (CI) collects data through the distribution of knowledge to make decisions in a competitive environment. To better comprehend the concept of CI, the purpose of this paper is to determine the role of effective factors (knowledge sharing, competitor information, information technology (IT) and organizational culture) and their impact on CI. In addition, the paper provides a conceptual framework for determining the practical factors on CI. Design/methodology/approach For evaluating the elements of the model, a questionnaire is considered. Questionnaires were reread by specialists with significant experiences in the CI field. For statistical analysis, the SPSS 22 and SmartPLS 3.2 software package is also used. Findings Findings from the study showed the validity of the model for a CI assessment. Furthermore, the results confirmed that the competitor information significantly influenced CI. In addition, the obtained results implied that IT has a significant and positive influence on CI. The effect of organizational culture on CI also proved to be positive and significant. Research limitations/implications This paper makes significant contributions for both researchers and practitioners; however, the authors determine some limitations, which are as follows: First, the authors showed the result in a single region. It cannot be assured that the results are generalizable to other areas. Second, because of time and financial constraints, the authors gathered the data using a sample from a single location. Third, the use of variables to depict CI may be not exhaustive. The authors, therefore, encourage future research to study these CI dimensions. Practical implications This study meaningfully contributes to the knowledge and literature by focusing more on CI, examining other significant aspects and applying advanced statistical analysis method. Also, current research results suggest practical implications for marketing practitioners and managers who implemented tools and made strategic plans to enhance the organization’s performance. From a practical perspective, the statistical results support the crucial role of the following factors: IT, competitor information, organizational culture and knowledge sharing on CI. Originality/value Experts in the area of knowledge management, CI and strategic management can use this study to gain a competitive advantage based on knowledge and information resources. Organizations must have knowledge management function and CI to support the strategy formulation, implementation and evaluation.

Usage and Applications of Knowledge Management for Improving Library and Information Services in Bangladesh

2015 ◽  
Vol 14 (03) ◽  
pp. 1550026 ◽  
Author(s):  
Md. Shiful Islam ◽  
Md. Abul Kalam Siddike ◽  
Shohana Nowrin ◽  
Sonia Naznin
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Information Services ◽  
Document Management ◽  
Technological Infrastructure ◽  
Qualitative Approaches ◽  
Skilled Manpower ◽  
Information Professionals ◽  
Communication Gap ◽  
Tools And Techniques

The aim of this paper is to explore the use and applications of Knowledge Management (KM) for improving Library and Information Services (LIS) in Bangladesh. This paper seeks to address the following research questions: How KM can be used efficiently in the libraries of Bangladesh for the improvement of LIS performance? What KM tools and techniques are being used in the libraries of Bangladesh? What difficulties are faced by the information professionals for applying KM tools and techniques in the libraries of Bangladesh? What are likely to be the means or ways to overcome those difficulties? The methodology includes a combination of both quantitative and qualitative approaches. An in-depth interview method has been used to collect data using a semi-structured questionnaire consisting of open-ended and close-ended questions. The results of this study show that document management is the highly used KM tool used in the libraries of Bangladesh followed by intranet, telephones, instant messenger, groupware, digital warehouse, and web conferencing. Results also reveal that the use and application of KM in LIS supports improved access to information resources and services, enriched professional knowledge of information professionals, enhanced environment and culture of knowledge sharing, and changed work behaviour of information professionals. The study identifies that lack of awareness about KM, lack of skilled manpower, communication gap and lack of knowledge sharing, and lack of technological infrastructure are the main problems for the use and application of KM. Finally, this study suggests that creating awareness about KM, trained and skilled manpower, reducing communication gap and improved knowledge sharing, technological and knowledge infrastructure, and the use of KM system/tools are the possible ways to overcome the problems for the use and application of KM in the libraries of Bangladesh.

scholarly journals Knowledge Sharing Through MS SharePoint

2012 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 23-30
Author(s):  
Lorette Weldon
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Information Management ◽  
The United States ◽  
Team Environment ◽  
Other Information ◽  
Information Professionals

Microsoft SharePoint is being used in Government, private, public and association offices throughout the United States. SharePoint was created to increase accountability for projects within a team environment. How could SharePoint help increase accountability in information management? This article will review SharePoint’s positive and negative characteristics in the hopes of helping information professionals understand what SharePoint really is in the information world and how it can be applied to libraries and other information management organizations.

From Project's Information Management to Project-Based Organizational Learning

2015 ◽  
pp. 190-211
Author(s):  
Maria Almeida ◽  
António Lucas Soares
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Learning ◽  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Information Management ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Project Managers ◽  
Collaborative Culture ◽  
Inadequate Information ◽  
Sharing Strategy ◽  
Information Professionals ◽  
Knowledge Creation And Sharing

Project-based organizations have characteristics that raise additional barriers to information management, knowledge sharing, and to organizational learning. The main causes of this are inadequate information architectures and governance, poor collaborative culture, and lack of organization-wide information management strategies. This chapter presents a comprehensive basis to understand the information and knowledge-sharing practices in PBO, as well as the methods and tools that information professionals and project managers should have in mind when performing their tasks. For that, literatures are reviewed focusing on the explanation of the processes of knowledge creation and sharing leading to organizational learning. The main conclusion is that a knowledge-sharing strategy in a PBO should include a set of mechanisms that address a customized mix of the codification and personalization dimensions and that strategies for collaborative information management should be used as enablers for embedding knowledge sharing within the organizational practices and culture.

Success factors of inter-organizational knowledge sharing: a proposed framework

2014 ◽  
Vol 32 (2) ◽  
pp. 239-261 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fatemeh Nooshinfard ◽  
Leila Nemati-Anaraki
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Success Factors ◽  
Theoretical Framework ◽  
Organizational Knowledge ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Third Phase ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Determining Factors ◽  
Information Professionals

Purpose – The dynamism of new economy requires information professionals not only to create knowledge quickly but also to acquire and apply knowledge through knowledge sharing (KS). So, determining factors that may influence knowledge sharing within an organization or among organizations has become an important area of research. This paper aims to review determinant factors influencing inter- and intra-organizational knowledge sharing in order to offer a framework. Design/methodology/approach – The present paper proceeds in three phases. In the first phase, the published literature on knowledge sharing has been reviewed extensively with consideration of their empirical applications. Next, based on the understanding gained from the previous stage, a conceptual framework of successful factors for effective inter-organizational knowledge sharing has been proposed. In the third phase, the proposed framework has been developed and finalized towards its maturity. Findings – Based on the literature, the authors have developed a framework for understanding factors which influence inter-organizational knowledge sharing. Knowledge sharing among organizations appears theoretically sound, but it is a difficult task due to some complexities. Research limitations/implications – This paper attempts to set a theoretical framework for inter-organizational knowledge sharing as a foundation to address the gap in current literature though it does not claim to be comprehensive. Originality/value – A few attempts have been made to investigate success factors for inter-organizational knowledge sharing empirically or even theoretically, but this is the first of its kind that provides a theoretical framework to arrange success factors for the knowledge sharing based on inter-organizational collaborations. It serves as a useful starting point for those interested in knowledge management (KM). So it can serve as a roadmap of significant knowledge sharing research for researchers, designers and managers considering their options for fostering KM.

How do you eat an elephant? A summary of the SharePoint Evolution Conference in Manchester, UK

2014 ◽  
Vol 31 (6) ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Ray Harper
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
End User ◽  
Product Integration ◽  
Content Type ◽  
It Project ◽  
Information Professionals ◽  
First Time ◽  
Learning Points ◽  
Business Involvement

Purpose – The purpose of this article is to summarize five presentations at the SharePoint Evolution Conference, held in Manchester, UK (16 June 2014). This was day 6 of a 12-day road-show across UK cities, and the four key themes included were technical, end user, business and product integration. Design/methodology/approach – This article reports from the viewpoint of a first-time attendee of the conference. This summarizes the main issues raised by each presentation, and draws out the key learning points for practical situations. Findings – The conference covered major SharePoint issues, like how to build a knowledge-sharing culture, how to manage a major IT project and the new functionality offered by SharePoint 2013. The sessions included demonstrations of new functionality, discussions of intangible aspects like culture and reflections on IT upgrades and projects. Originality/value – This conference emphasized the importance of involving businesses in key decisions regarding SharePoint implementation and change. While SharePoint 2013 offers many new technical opportunities for librarians and information professionals, business involvement is critical to ensuring the success of knowledge-sharing cultures.

The Value of Trust in Knowledge Sharing

2003 ◽  
pp. 116-130 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ran Wang ◽  
Bonnie Rubenstein-Montano
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Completion Time ◽  
Task Complexity ◽  
Task Completion ◽  
Electronic Business ◽  
Repeated Measures Anova ◽  
The Impact

Knowledge sharing is currently at the forefront of research in the areas of organizational management and electronic business. Research has focused on aspects of knowledge sharing such as trust, quality of knowledge shared, and task complexity. This chapter builds on past inquiries of trust in knowledge sharing by examining how the benefits obtained from knowledge sharing change as trust levels change. A Repeated Measures ANOVA design is used to test the impact of trust on knowledge sharing. Task completion time, the dependent variable, measures the effect of knowledge sharing. Statistical analysis suggests that the benefit obtained from knowledge sharing increases as trust level increases.

The Research of Culture Similarity and Innovation in Virtual Enterprise Based on Structural Equation Model

2014 ◽  
Vol 556-562 ◽  
pp. 6606-6609
Author(s):  
Yu Juan Guan
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Structural Equation Model ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Virtual Enterprise ◽  
Equation Model ◽  
Moderating Effect ◽  
Empirical Results

This paper presents a Structural Equation Model (SEM), focuses on the moderating effect of culture similarity on the knowledge sharing and innovation in Virtual Enterprise (VE). Data are collected in some small and medium-sized enterprises. Totally 227 valid questionnaires were collected, and use Smart PLS for statistical analysis. Empirical results show that the effect of the use of IT on knowledge sharing increases with higher culture similarity; meanwhile, the effect of knowledge sharing on innovation increases too.

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