Studying the effects of organizational culture, organizational structure, and information technology on effectiveness of knowledge management: Using Khorasan Regional Electricity Company as a case study

2012 ◽  
Vol 6 (24) ◽  
Author(s):  
Gholamreza Enayati
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Organizational Culture ◽  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Organizational Structure

scholarly journals Žinių valdymo įtaka nuolatiniam inovacijų kūrimui: atvejo analizė

2014 ◽  
Vol 68 ◽  
pp. 44-62 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ingrida Girnienė
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Culture ◽  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Organizational Structure ◽  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Continuous Creation ◽  
Management Processes ◽  
Study Results ◽  
And Storage ◽  
Knowledge Management Processes

Nūdienos dinamiškoje aplinkoje informacija ir žinios yra vieni iš esminių organizacijos išteklių ir pagrindiniai inovacijų šaltiniai. Šių išteklių tikslingas valdymas lemia organizacijų konkurencinį pranašumą kuriant didesnę pridėtinę vertę ir didinant jos procesų efektyvumą. Atsižvelgiant į Pasaulio ekonomikos forumo 2013–2014 metų šalių konkurencingumo tyrimo rezultatus, Lietuva užima 27 vietą tarp 148 valstybių pagal žmonių, turinčių aukštąjį išsilavinimą, skaičių, tačiau 44 vietą – pagal inovacijų ir verslo lankstumo subindeksą. Šie statistiniai duomenys leidžia daryti prielaidą, kad Lietuvos organizacijose žinių potencialas yra aukštas, tačiau jis nėra pakankamai išnaudojamas. Susiklosčiusi realybė verčia ieškoti būdų ir metodų, kaip būtų galima ją keisti lygiuojantis į užsienio šalių patirtį. Viena iš priežasčių, kodėl Lietuvos inovatyvumo indeksas yra ganėtinai žemas, galėtų būti ta, kad dažnai organizacijoje trūksta sistemingumo ir tikslingumo valdant žinias, nesukuriama atvira, darbuotojų pasitikėjimą skatinanti aplinka, kai darbuotojai noriai dalijasi žiniomis ir įgyta patirtimi, dėl to sukuriamos naujos prekės ir paslaugos, įgyjamas konkurencinis pranašumas. Šio straipsnio tikslas – konceptualių teorinių įžvalgų analizės rezultatų pagrindu, pasitelkiant inovatyviam sektoriui priklausančią įmonių grupę, nustatyti esminių žinių valdymo veiklų įtaką nuolatiniam inovacijų kūrimui organizacijoje.Pagrindiniai žodžiai: žinios, žinių valdymas, inovacijos, žinių valdymo modelis, žinių valdymo strategija, organizacinė kultūra, mokymasis. Knowledge management influence on continuous creation of innovations: a case studyIngrida Girnienė Summary The knowledge-oriented society and economic challenges evoke constant changes in all modern organizations. Knowledge is an inexhaustible source of creating innovative ideas, which is one of the essential conditions of innovation development. Today, knowledge management is closely associated with innovative activities. The scope of studies related to determining the impact of knowledge management on innovation is constantly increasing. In order to continuously create innovations, organizations should formulate their knowledge management strategy and integrate it into the organizational strategy, create the organizational culture which could stimulate knowledge sharing, promote continuous learning and the improvement of competencies, identify the key knowledge, create new ideas, develop and acquire new skills, constantly store and share knowledge. The article highlights knowledge management activities affecting innovation, presents an integral knowledge management model which stimulates a continuous creation of innovations, and provides a case study results demonstrating the knowledge management influence on innovation. According to the case study results, knowledge management processes, particularly knowledge sharing, storage, and creation, make the greatest impact on the continuous creation of innovations. Besides, the organizational culture and the organizational structure also influence the process of innovation creation. The knowledge processes, such as sharing and storage, make the greatest influence on the organizational, marketing and product innovation, and process innovation is impossible without knowledge acquisition and storage. Organisations seeking to continuously create different types of innovation should develop knowledge management processes, with a particular emphasis on knowledge storage while applying appropriate technological solutions, and knowledge sharing while creating a favourable organizational culture and choosing the optimal organizational structure.

scholarly journals Public management in the education sphere: Prospects for realizing human capital in the development of knowledge management technologies

2021 ◽  
pp. 151-172
Author(s):  
Salah GAD ◽  
Nagwa Babiker Abdalla YOUSIF
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Human Capital ◽  
Organizational Culture ◽  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Human Resources ◽  
Organizational Structure ◽  
Influential Factors ◽  
Influential Factor ◽  
Practical Significance ◽  
Management Process

The study aims to form and test a knowledge management model for universities, which made it possible to identify the most influential factors and their relationship with knowledge management processes. The sample of the study (N = 100) included members of the administrations of the United Arab Emirates universities, senior students (graduate students) and teachers. The data were collected based on a Google Forms questionnaire (65 questions). The model includes 6 main factors: leadership, organizational culture, organizational structure, human resources, information technology, measurement and control. It is assumed that the favourable influence of these factors will contribute to the effective implementation of the knowledge management process. Statistical analysis of the collected data was performed in SPSS and EViews. The model was verified with the help of the root-mean-square error of approximation. The factors "organizational culture", "human resources", "organizational structure", as the processes of creation, storage and use of information demonstrate the highest degree of compliance (value is 0.5 and below). Internal consistency was checked by calculating Cronbach's alpha (total Cronbach alpha is 0.97). To assess the existing relationships between the processes and factors of knowledge management, an analysis of Spearman's ρ correlation was performed (confidence level is 99%). The findings of the study show that the factor "organizational culture" has the greatest impact on the process of creating knowledge, and the factor of the organizational structure considerably affects knowledge management. It has been concluded that information technology is the least influential factor in the knowledge management process. The model demonstrates that the greatest influence of the “leadership” factor can be observed in the context of the process of applying knowledge. The validity of the model makes it possible to argue that it can be used as a public policy tool for the implementation of knowledge management initiatives in universities. The practical significance of the research lies in the fact that on the basis of the model described in the study, it is possible to perform a preliminary assessment of the knowledge assets of universities in order to improve the process of knowledge transfer in education and research. The model will provide university administrations with an opportunity to identify areas for improvement in order for the knowledge management process to be more effective, which ultimately should result in the creation of human capital that meets modern needs.

“Knowledge management practices” as moderator in the relationship between organizational culture and performance in information technology companies in India

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Timothy Shea ◽  
Syed Aktharsha Usman ◽  
Sengottuvel Arivalagan ◽  
Satyanarayana Parayitam
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Organizational Culture ◽  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Organizational Performance ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Content Type ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Information Technology Companies ◽  
The Relationship

Purpose The purpose of this study is to empirically examine knowledge management (KM) practices as a moderator in the relationship between organizational culture and performance. The effect of four types of organizational culture on organizational performance was studied. In addition to direct effects, most importantly, KM practices as a moderator in strengthening the culture-performance relationship were empirically examined. Design/methodology/approach A carefully crafted survey instrument was distributed and data was collected from 1,255 respondents from 10 information technology companies in India. After checking the psychometric properties of the instrument, this paper performs hierarchical regression to test hypotheses. Findings The results reveal that: cooperative culture, innovative culture, consistent culture and effectiveness culture were all positively and significantly related to organizational performance; KM practices were positively and significantly related to organizational performance, KM practices moderate the relationship between various dimensions of organizational culture and organizational performance. Research limitations/implications As with any survey-based research, the present study suffers from the problems associated with self-report measures. These are common method bias and social desirability bias. However, this study attempts to minimize these limitations by following appropriate statistical techniques. Practical implications This study contributes to both practicing managers and the literature on KM and organizational culture. The study suggests that managers use KM practices, which are all-pervasive and very important for improving organizational performance. The results highlight the importance of implementing KM practices in organizations. Originality/value This study provides new insights into the importance of KM practices in achieving sustained competitive advantage by achieving organizational effectiveness. To the knowledge, the importance of KM practices is underemphasized in organizational culture research.

scholarly journals Examining Effect of Organizational Structure Dimensions on the Knowledge management (Case Study: Payame Noor Universities of Semnan Province)

2015 ◽  
Vol 16 (SE) ◽  
pp. 347-355
Author(s):  
Alireza Mikaeili ◽  
Alireza Ghorbani ◽  
Vahid Babaei Agha Maleki – Poyan Ali ◽  
Abbas Zadeh ◽  
Mahmood Omrani
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Organizational Structure ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
High Volume ◽  
Internal Factors ◽  
Management Case Study ◽  
Internal And External Factors ◽  
Positive Effect ◽  
Management Effect

Transferring and understanding high volume of information and knowledge in organizations are affective internal and external factors. One of the effective internal factors on the knowledge management in organizational activities are divided, organized and coordinated. Organizations have created structures to coordinate factors of doing task and to control acts of members. In this research, structural Equation Method (SEM) is used for examining whether organizational structure dimensions have positive effect on knowledge management in Payame Noor organization in Lorestan province or not. Results of the research showed that there is direct and significant relationship between complexity dimension and knowledge management, formality dimension and knowledge management and centralization dimension and knowledge management. This means that the more complexity, formality and centralization dimensions, the more knowledge management effect in the organization.

scholarly journals Penentuan Target, Strategi dan Faktor-Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Optimalisasi Pajak Daerah

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 95-116
Author(s):  
Fauzan Effendi ◽  
Vince Ratnawati ◽  
Yesi Mutia Basri
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Human Resources ◽  
Organizational Structure ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Real Potential ◽  
Target Setting ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Local Taxes ◽  
Target Strategy

The research aimed to analyze the suitability of local tax target setting with real potential, analyze strategies and factors that influence the optimization of the advertisement tax performance, swallow's nest tax, groundwater tax, and Non-Metal Mineral Tax in Pekanbaru City. The object of this study is the Pekanbaru City Regional Revenue Agency and four objects/subjects of local taxes studied in Pekanbaru City. The method used is qualitative with a case study approach. This research shows that the target setting of Advertising Tax, Swallow's Nest Tax, Groundwater Tax, and Non-Metal Mineral and Rock Tax has not been adjusted to the real potential. The performance reports of each Regional Tax studied were inadequate in relation to the strategies implemented, which made it difficult for the Regional Revenue Agency to make effective and efficient decisions. The factors that influence tax optimization are the inadequate organizational structure, updating of the taxation database, human resources, the use of information technology, strengthening regulations, and supporting infrastructure.Keywords: Local Tax; Target; Strategy; Constraints. AbstrakPenelitian bertujuan untuk menganalisis kesesuaian penetapan target pajak daerah dengan potensi ril, menganalisis strategi dan faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi optimalisasi kinerja Pajak Reklame, Pajak Sarang Burung Walet, Pajak Air Tanah; dan Pajak  Mineral Bukan Logam di Kota Pekanbaru. Objek Penelitian ini adalah Aparatur Badan Pendapatan Daerah Kota Pekanbaru dan 4 objek/ Subjek pajak daerah yang diteliti di Kota Pekanbaru. Metode yang digunakan adalah kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus. Penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa penetapan target Pajak Reklame, Pajak Sarang Burung Walet, Pajak Air Tanah; dan Pajak  Mineral Bukan Logam dan batuan belum disesuaikan dengan potensi ril. Laporan kinerja masing-masing Pajak Daerah yang diteliti belum memadai terkait strategi yang telah dilakukan sehingga menyulitkan Badan Pendapatan Daerah dalam pengambilan keputusan yang efektif dan efisien. Faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi optimalisasi pajak tersebut adalah belum memadainya struktur organisasi, pemutakhiran data base perpajakan, kondisi Sumber Daya Manusia, pemanfaatan teknologi informasi, Penguatan Regulasi dan sarana prasarana pendukung.Kata Kunci: Pajak Daerah; Target; Strategi; Kendala.  

Determinants Of Knowledge Management Success In Public Companies In Kenya

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 522-538
Author(s):  
Zammary Jepkorir Sacho ◽  
Thomas A. Senaji
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Organizational Culture ◽  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Overall Response Rate ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Leader Behavior ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Public Companies ◽  
Knowledge Strategy ◽  
Descriptive Survey

In a knowledge economy, the need to ensure knowledge management success is imperative because it determines the success of an organization. Consequently, in order to improve and sustain their competitive advantage, many companies are also exploring the field of knowledge management. We examined factors that influence knowledge management success, namely organizational culture, knowledge strategy, information technology and leader behavior using a descriptive survey of 216 low, middle and top-level managers from public companies in Kenya based in Nairobi. Primary data was collected using structured questionnaires. The overall response rate was 72 percent. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize the analyzed survey data into frequencies and means. The findings were that organizational culture (β = 0.185, t = 5.436, p < 0.001), knowledge strategy (β = 0.368, t = 9.622, p < 0.001), information technology (β = 0.338, t = 9.247, p < 0.001) and leader behavior (β = 0.187, t = 4.764, p < 0.001) had a positive and significant influence on knowledge management success. Based on these findings, it is recommended that organizations have a knowledge strategy and enhance their information technology because these were found to have the greatest influence on knowledge management success.

Managing Information Technology Component of Knowledge Management

2008 ◽  
pp. 2774-2795 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adekunle Okunoye
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Core Competencies ◽  
The Other ◽  
Technology Infrastructure ◽  
Organizational Variables ◽  
Information Technology Infrastructure ◽  
Knowledge Processes ◽  
Organizational Information

Information technology and social-cultural, organizational variables are considered major components to support knowledge processes in knowledge management. These components have to be carefully managed and be supported in balanced proportion for organization to create and retain greater value from their core competencies. The peculiar situation of developing countries, where there is lack of adequate information technology infrastructure, emphasizes the importance of strategic management of organizational information technology. Using a case study, we discuss the possibility of outsourcing the management of the information technology in order to have more focus on the other components in knowledge management.

scholarly journals Linkage between dynamics capability and knowledge management factors

2017 ◽  
Vol 55 (10) ◽  
pp. 2256-2276 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rodrigo Valio Dominguez Gonzalez ◽  
Tatiana Massaroli Melo
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Culture ◽  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Human Resources ◽  
Organizational Structure ◽  
Automotive Industry ◽  
Organizational Context ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Continuous Change ◽  
National Union ◽  
Content Type

Purpose Organizations are currently set in a background of dramatic discontinuity, i.e., environments that require continuous change due to fierce competition and market latent demands. From this perspective, it becomes eminent for organizations to develop an organizational context that stimulates routines reconstruction and internal capabilities to continue to be a competitive organization. The purpose of this paper is to examine entry and exit relationships of knowledge management (KM). Entries are considered, in this paper, the foundation factors of KM, and exits are related to dynamic capability (DC). Design/methodology/approach Data were collected through a survey conducted with 550 companies of the automotive industry, which are registered in the database of SINDIPEÇAS (National Union of Automobile Component Industries) with return rate of 143 valid questionnaires. The hypothesis testing and analysis were conducted using structural equation modeling. Findings The research shows the organizational structure as the main contextual factor related to KM, that supports DC. Besides organizational structure, this paper also assesses the interaction between human resources and organizational culture related to DC. Practical implications The results may help managers of companies from the automotive industry to understand which initiatives promote DC and innovation. Originality/value This paper presents one of the few researches that compare contextual factors related to KM that support DC; and it also compares the connection among human resources, organizational culture and organizational structure related to KM.

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