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Building on the success of the first edition, the second edition of Knowledge Management in Organizations presents a critical introduction to the subject. Adopting a multidisciplinary perspective, encompassing issues of strategy, structure, systems and human resource management, the text introduces the reader to the concept of knowledge before examining how, and whether, knowledge can be managed within the organizations in which we work. Three brand new chapters have been included in the second edition, enhancing the book's coverage of leadership, defining knowledge management, and examining how organizations replace and "unlearn" knowledge. New case examples and longer end of chapter case studies have been added to this new edition, with other features including definition boxes, further reading and review questions being retained.
This text investigates the core question of whether knowledge can be effectively managed within organizational structures and how such management impacts corporate strategy. Donald Hislop provides a multidisciplinary framework that integrates human resource management, systems theory, and organizational structure to analyze the complexities of knowledge creation and retention. By examining the intersection of human behavior and corporate systems, the author argues that knowledge management requires a nuanced understanding of both social and technical dimensions.
What You Will Find
Experts and academics recognize this text as a foundational introduction to the field of knowledge management. Readers frequently note the balance between theoretical rigor and practical application, making it a standard resource for students and practitioners alike.
Page Count:
320
Publication Date:
2012-10-12
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0199584796
ISBN-13:
9780199584796
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