Abstract This paper examines critically the origins and basis of ‘knowledge management’, its components, and its development as a field of consultancy practice. Problems in the distinction between ‘knowledge’ and ‘information’ are explored, as well as Polanyi’s concept of ‘tacit knowing’. The concept is examined in the journal literature, the Web sites of consultancy companies, Continue reading The Nonsense of ‘knowledge Management’ Tom Wilson (2002)
Implicit knowledge isn’t explicit knowledge that we’re not currently thinking about. Implicit knowledge isn’t there the way ore is buried. It’s “there” only in the sense that we can generate it when required. Most simply: That we can come up with an answer doesn’t mean that the answer was lying dormant in us all along. Answering questions is a … | David Weinberger Continue reading Implicit Knowledge Isn’t There the Way Ore Is Buried David Weinberger
Effective Knowledge Management is crucial in today’s complex world, however, the distinction between terms like data, information, knowledge, explicit, tacit, and implicit knowledge can often be confusing. It is important to have a clear understanding of the differences. Continue reading Data, Information and Knowledge What’s the difference?
Tacit knowledge is a type of knowledge that is difficult to express or communicate through words. It is a vital component of human expertise and plays a crucial role in enabling us to adapt to new situations, solve complex problems, and drive innovation and progress. Continue reading The Importance of Tacit Knowledge Tacit knowledge is knowledge that is difficult to transfer
Explicit knowledge can be easily documented and shared, while tacit knowledge is rooted in personal experience and intuition. Recognizing that explicit knowledge always has a tacit component helps us appreciate the deeper, often unspoken context needed for true comprehension and application. Continue reading The Relationship Between Explicit Knowledge and Tacit Knowledge Explicit knowledge always has a tacit component
Knowledge exists in our minds, and traditional methods of encoding this knowledge into information face significant challenges. However, AI tools now offer innovative solutions for recording, transcribing, and processing both explicit and tacit knowledge, revolutionizing how organizations preserve and leverage their intellectual capital. Continue reading From Mind to Information – the Role of AI in Knowledge Encoding The Evolution of Knowledge Encoding
