Innovation and Inclusiveness Through Knowledge Management in Indian SMEs

2018 ◽  
pp. 95-113
Author(s):  
Snehal Pravin Maheshkar
Keyword(s):  
Economic Development ◽  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Knowledge Workers ◽  
Sustainable Growth ◽  
The Other ◽  
Women Empowerment ◽  
Employment Generation ◽  
Fierce Competition

Small is the new big. Globally SMEs are taking a centre stage in the promotion of economic development to employment generation and women empowerment. The SMEs constitute over 90% of total enterprises in most of the economies. Due to changing global economic scenario SMEs are visualizing a ray of hope. On the other hand, due to fierce competition they are forced to work on competitive advantage for sustainable growth. Innovations are required to achieve competitiveness. and for Innovation requires proper Knowledge Management. Intellectual capital is a new buzz word. Globally organizations have acknowledged the importance of knowledge workers and their knowledge. Many SMEs have also realized the importance of Knowledge Management and implemented it successfully, while some are working on it.

Big Data, Knowledge, and Business Intelligence

2018 ◽  
pp. 943-950
Author(s):  
G. Scott Erickson ◽  
Helen N. Rothberg
Keyword(s):  
Big Data ◽  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Business Intelligence ◽  
Competitive Intelligence ◽  
Business Analytics ◽  
The Past ◽  
The People ◽  
Tools And Techniques

Knowledge management (KM), intellectual capital (IC), and competitive intelligence are distinct yet related fields that have endured and grown over the past two decades. KM and IC have always differentiated between the terms and concepts of data, information, knowledge, and wisdom/intelligence, suggesting value only comes from the more developed end of the range (knowledge and intelligence). But the advent of big data/business analytics has created new interest in the potential of data and information, by themselves, to create competitive advantage. This new attention provides opportunities for some exchange with more established theory. Big data gives direction for reinvigorating the more mature fields, providing new sources of inputs and new potential for analysis and use. Alternatively, big data/business analytics applications will undoubtedly run into common questions from KM/IC on appropriate tools and techniques for different environments, the best methods for handling the people issues of system adoption and use, and data/intelligence security.

A Community-Based Knowledge Management Strategy To Foster Economic Development And Innovation In French-Speaking Communities Outside Quebec

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Erica Wiseman ◽  
Kimiz Dalkir ◽  
A Cormier ◽  
J-F Lamy
Keyword(s):  
Economic Development ◽  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Management Strategy ◽  
Free Flow ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Knowledge Management Strategy ◽  
Individual Group ◽  
French Speaking

Knowledge management (KM) is an emerging discipline that systematizes the capture, codification, sharing and dissemination of knowledge in order to leverage individual, group and organizational intellectual capital. Yet little is known about what conditions facilitate the free flow of knowledge to achieve goals such as learning and innovation.

Conceptual Theory

2010 ◽  
pp. 1-22 ◽  
Author(s):  
Meir Russ ◽  
Robert Fineman ◽  
Jeannette K. Jones
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Knowledge Base ◽  
Gap Analysis ◽  
Organizational Knowledge ◽  
The Other ◽  
Organizational Level ◽  
Sustainable Competitive Advantage ◽  
Individual Level ◽  
The Individual

This chapter will provide the reader with two definitions of knowledge, one at the individual level, the other at the organizational level. This will be followed by connecting the knowledge base of the organization to its sustainable competitive advantage by using a multiple-layer framework of organizational knowledge. Then, the chapter will discuss the frameworks of knowledge management vision, mission and goals for the organization. Temporary and functional gap analysis frameworks will follow. The chapter will end with a brief description of three tools developed by the authors.

Understanding Knowledge Management Spectrum for SMEs in Global Scenario

2020 ◽  
pp. 1589-1605
Author(s):  
Neeta Baporikar
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Sustainable Growth ◽  
Technological Advances ◽  
Current Scenario ◽  
Physical Assets ◽  
Knowledge Intensive ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
Globalized World

Knowledge that exists within organization is a sustainable source of competitive advantage. Though enormous research on knowledge management (KM) has taken place, little focus has been on KM in Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). Globalization of supply chains, rapid technological advances, superior returns on intellectual capital, growing importance of knowledge-intensive industries would make KM a strategic tool in the growth and success of all, especially SMEs. KM-enabled SMEs are essential for competitive and sustainable growth. Hence a judicious approach for KM in SMEs is a must in current scenario. Done by an in-depth literature review and contextual analysis, the objective of this paper is twofold - to aid researchers in recognizing and understanding KM spectrum for SMEs in a globalized world and for SMEs to reckon that success and worth of businesses depend more on intellectual capital than physical assets merely.

scholarly journals Does Intellectual Capital Spur Sustainable Competitive Advantage and Sustainable Growth?: A Study of Chinese and Pakistani Firms

SAGE Open ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 215824402199670
Author(s):  
Yuqiu Lu ◽  
Guowei Li ◽  
Zhe Luo ◽  
Muhammad Anwar ◽  
Yunju Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Human Capital ◽  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Significant Influence ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Sustainable Growth ◽  
Sustainable Competitive Advantage ◽  
Chinese Firms ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Relationship

Steered by the resource-based view theory, this study scrutinizes the impact of the dimensions of Intellectual Capital (IC)—human capital, structural capital, and relational capital (RC)—on sustainable growth (SG) with the mediating role of Sustainable Competitive Advantage (SCA). We gathered data from 2010 to 2017 of 90 listed firms of China and Pakistan, respectively, and applied EVIEWS. The results indicate that IC plays a significant role in the SG of Chinese and Pakistani firms. IC has a significant influence on differentiation strategy (DS) in Chinese firms whereas only RC has an insignificant influence on DS in Pakistani firms. IC has a significant influence on cost leadership strategy (CLS) in Pakistani firms whereas structural and RC have an insignificant influence on the SG of Chinese firms. In terms of the mediating role, DS partially mediates the relationship between IC and SG in Pakistani firms while it only fully mediates the path between RC and SG in Chinese firms. CLS partially mediates the relationship between IC and SG in Chinese firms while it fully mediates the association between human capital and SG in Pakistani firms. This study recommends Chinese and Pakistani firms to encourage investment in IC to gain SCA and SG in the turbulent markets. To concise, this research advises Chinese firms to invest a satisfactory amount in human capital as compared with structural and RC. However, Pakistani firms should focus on IC to gain SCA and SG.

scholarly journals Knowledge Management and the Governmental Organisations

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 75
Author(s):  
Rahil Asadi ◽  
Larisa Mihoreanu ◽  
Vasilica Georgiana Radu
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Management System ◽  
Scale Up ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
Knowledge Management System ◽  
The Other ◽  
Financial Assets ◽  
Intellectual Assets ◽  
Individual Knowledge

Abstract.Nowadays, the concept of Knowledge Management is gradually being recognized in governmental establishments which are seeking to deploy their own knowledge management system and make the most of their existing knowledge in policymaking, by creating and maintaining a competitive advantage in the domestic and international environment.For an organisation, the intellectual assets and individual knowledge are as important as the other physical and financial assets. Knowledge is a primary resource featured to provide a competitive advantage to any organization that recognises and incorporates it efficiently in its processes.This article aims to review the value of knowledge management, the pillars by describing its cycle and highlighting its importance for governmental organisations. The obstacles and difficulties of implementing and deploying knowledge management in government organisations with suggested solutions that are also discussed.In conclusion, recommendations for decision makers are presented to enhance the efficiency of the knowledge management implementation and scale up the gain of a lasting competitive advantage within national and international environments.

scholarly journals Gaining competitive advantage through intellectual capital and knowledge management: an exploration of inhibitors and enablers in Jordanian Universities

2018 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
pp. 259-268
Author(s):  
Ayman Abu-Rumman
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Theoretical Approach ◽  
The Body ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Quantitative Methodology ◽  
Valuable Contribution ◽  
Academic Setting ◽  
Electronic Survey

This small-scale study aimed to explore the different factors that help or hinder the achievement of competitive advantage through the possession and development of intellectual capital and the delivery of effective knowledge management in a sample of Jordanian universities. Using a quantitative methodology, underpinned by a pragmatist theoretical approach, an electronic survey was conducted with staff working within three established universities based in Jordan. The concepts of intellectual capital, knowledge management and competitive advantage within an academic setting are first explored before focusing more specifically on investigating how different factors influence these and impact on competitive advantage. Overall, the study identified a range of inhibitors and enablers relating to intellectual capital and knowledge management and identified areas where universities need to develop in order to increase future competitive advantage. The study therefore makes a valuable contribution in adding to the body of evidence within this field.

scholarly journals Knowledge management: A concept for achieving and maintaining competitive advantage

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 13-36
Author(s):  
Vladimir Mitrović
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
New Economy ◽  
Sustainable Growth ◽  
Business Organization ◽  
Business Organizations ◽  
Amount Of Knowledge ◽  
Creativity And Innovation ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
The City

The concept of "knowledge management" is increasingly becoming one of the key concepts for achieving and maintaining a competitive advantage in the new economy and management. This paper presents the basic elements and the relationship between knowledge management and competitiveness. After introductory considerations, knowledge as a strategic resource is analyzed, as well as the awareness of the importance of knowledge for achieving and maintaining competitiveness. The continuation of the paper is dedicated to research into the level of education and knowledge of employees, identification of the needs for additional knowledge and missing knowledge in business organizations of the city of Niš, followed by conclusions arising from the research. The fact is that shifting the focus towards creativity and innovation requires an even greater amount of knowledge. However, it is not enough for employees of business organizations to just possess the necessary knowledge, but also to be able to use it and share it effectively. Only the knowledge used in such way can become a source of sustainable growth and development of the business organization in question.

Intellectual capital, knowledge management and competitive advantage: a resource orchestration perspective

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Shafique Ur Rehman ◽  
Stefano Bresciani ◽  
Khurram Ashfaq ◽  
Gazi Mahabubul Alam
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Manufacturing Sector ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Business Strategies ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Differentiation Strategy ◽  
Resource Orchestration

Purpose This study aims to examine the influence of intellectual capital and knowledge management on competitive advantage with the mediation role of innovativeness in the Pakistan manufacturing industry. Moreover, differentiation strategy is used as a moderator between innovativeness and competitive advantage. Design/methodology/approach The data was collected from 387 manufacturing firms in Pakistan through questionnaires. Purposive random sampling was used to collect data. The partial least square structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) method is used to test the proposed hypotheses. This study followed multiple regression analyses to see the influence of intellectual capital, knowledge management, innovativeness and differentiation strategy on competitive advantage. Findings The results elucidate that intellectual capital and knowledge management significantly determines innovativeness and competitive advantage. Moreover, innovativeness significantly mediates between intellectual capital, knowledge management and competitive advantage. Besides, innovativeness significantly determines competitive advantage. Business strategies significantly lead to competitive advantage. Finally, business strategies significantly moderate between innovativeness and competitive advantage. Practical implications The research highlight an important issue that how manufacturing sector management uses intellectual capital, knowledge management, innovativeness and business strategies in determining competitive advantage. Besides, it covers the gap and assists the management of the manufacturing sector to focus on exogenous constructs to examine competitive advantage. Originality/value This study adds value to the body of knowledge by focusing on predictors that impact competitive advantage. This initial study determines intellectual capital and knowledge management influence on competitive advantage and innovativeness as a mediator by using resource orchestration theory. Moreover, differentiation strategy is used as moderating variable between innovativeness and competitive advantage. The managers, students and researchers can obtain benefits from this study.

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