Factors in the Relationship between Maintenance Engineering and Knowledge Management

Carrasco, Francisco Javier Cárcel; Cárcel-Carrasco, José-Antonio; Peñalvo-López, Elisa

doi:10.3390/app10082810

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“…It is always observed a significant reduction in air pollution. This result reinforces the significant impact of human activity on the environmental quality of cities (Gómez et al 2018;Condereff project, 2020; Grow Green project 2020) and highlights the importance of seeking formulas to make the environment where we live more sustainable (Peñalvo-López et al 2020;Cárcel-Carrasco et al 2020;Peñalvo-López et al 2017, 2019, combining mobility freedom with environmental respect.…”

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Analysis of the effect of COVID-19 on air pollution: perspective of the Spanish case

Carrasco

Guillamón

Langa-Sanchis

2021

Environ Sci Pollut Res

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The pandemic caused by coronavirus COVID-19 is having a worldwide impact that affects health and the economy and indirectly affects air pollution in cities. In Spain, the effect has evolved from being anecdotal in January 2020 to become the second country in Europe with the highest number of cases (614,000 cases by 17/09/2020), which has affected the health system and caused major mobility restrictions. In contrast, COVID-19 has affected air pollution and energy consumption in the country. This article analyzes the indirect effect produced by this pandemic on air pollution, referenced to various stages that occurred in Spain: first stage, without public awareness of COVID-19 impact (mid-January 2020); second is when Spanish Government alerted (late February 2020); and third, after the decree of alarm and mobility restriction of citizens by the government (March 2020) along with the various phases of the de-escalation. The indirect effect produced by this pandemic on air pollution in Spanish cities has been resulted in a decrement of 70% to 80% of average, taking into account dates after the decree of alarm and mobility restriction by the Spanish government (14/03/2020), compared to days prior to that date. Thus, the results of this analysis indicate a significant alteration in air pollutants; these alteration patterns have followed similar paths over different countries worldwide improving the air quality as discussed by Dutheil et al.

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Analysis of the effect of COVID-19 on air pollution: perspective of the Spanish case

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Guillamón

Langa-Sanchis

2021

Environ Sci Pollut Res

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“…Industrial maintenance is a complex and knowledge intensive field (Aromaa et al, 2015). KM is difficult in maintenance due to many factors, such as the way in which their technicians are used to working based on their experience and not upon sharing and explaining their knowledge of operating (Cárcel-Carrasco et al, 2020).…”

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Unlocking the Potential of Knowledge Management and Sharing in Knowledge Intensive Companies' Maintenance Departments: Barriers, Enablers, and Recommendations

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F.S. Gomes,

Safdar Tourehei

et al. 2023

Proceedings of the International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management

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In contemporary knowledge intensive industries, the efficient management and sharing of knowledge within maintenance departments are crucial for maintaining a competitive edge. This case study delves into the complex landscape of knowledge management (KM) and knowledge sharing (KS) in the context of a maintenance departments within three prominent knowledge intensive organizations. The study synthesizes insights from both the end-users of knowledge, represented by the maintenance employees, and the experts in KM embedded within the organizations. Through a comprehensive series of in-depth interviews, this research provides a multifaceted exploration of the barriers and enablers of KM and KS. The findings of this study unearth an array of barriers that impede the effective management and sharing of knowledge within maintenance departments. These barriers encompass not only technological and structural issues but also cultural aspects, including resistance to change and information silos. Additionally, the study identifies enablers that can promote effective KM and KS. Leadership support, comprehensive training programs, and a robust technological infrastructure emerge as pivotal facilitators in enhancing these critical processes. The significance of this research lies not only in its comprehensive examination of the multifaceted challenges surrounding KM and KS but also in its ability to bridge the gap between knowledge users and experts. By incorporating the perspectives of maintenance employees and KM specialists, this study provides a holistic view of the intricacies within the maintenance departments. Furthermore, this paper extends beyond identifying issues and solutions to offer practical recommendations for the improvement of KM and KS practices. The collective wisdom of knowledge users and experts converges to present a roadmap for organizations in the knowledge intensive sector seeking to enhance their maintenance department's KM and KS capabilities. In conclusion, this research contributes significantly to the field of KM, shedding light on the unique challenges faced by maintenance departments in knowledge intensive industries. It offers a comprehensive understanding of the barriers and enablers of KM and KS and, most importantly, provides actionable insights for organizations striving to optimize their KM and KS practices in the dynamic landscape of knowledge intensive maintenance.

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“…Regarding the knowledge management process, it is not conducted in the same way, although in other departments of the company (marketing, commerce, development, communications, etc. ), it has begun to be introduced, as another benchmark of competitiveness and innovation [33][34][35][36][37].…”

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Analysis for the Knowledge Management Application in Maintenance Engineering: Perception from Maintenance Technicians

Carrasco

Cárcel-Carrasco

2021

Applied Sciences

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Knowledge based on personal experience (tacit knowledge) acquired in problem solving actions and in maintenance actions is the fundamental basis for maintenance technicians in companies with great physical assets. Generally, there is no proper policy for managing strategic knowledge and its capture. In this article, through qualitative studies (grounded theory) and surveys conducted with technicians, the aim was to obtain the perception of the maintenance technicians’ part of the companies, in order to establish the characteristics of the relation between the strategic aspects and the engineering aspects of industrial maintenance, regarding knowledge management, as well as the enablers and barriers to its application. The results show how a high level of tacit knowledge is used in this activity, which requires more time for new staff. The values obtained from this survey show that the knowledge recorded by the companies (explicit) is 51.25%, compared to the personal knowledge (tacit) of maintenance technicians regarding reliability and breakdowns. In operational/exploitational actions it is 43.90%, for energy efficiency actions it is 49.61%, and in maintenance actions (preventive, predictive, and corrective) the value is 68.78%. This shows the significant gap between the perception of recorded knowledge (explicit), and the knowledge that maintenance technicians have (tacit knowledge). All this can affect the companies, as part of the strategic knowledge is lost when a maintenance technician leaves the company.

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Factors in the Relationship between Maintenance Engineering and Knowledge Management

Cited by 11 publications

References 30 publications

Analysis of the effect of COVID-19 on air pollution: perspective of the Spanish case

Analysis of the effect of COVID-19 on air pollution: perspective of the Spanish case

Unlocking the Potential of Knowledge Management and Sharing in Knowledge Intensive Companies' Maintenance Departments: Barriers, Enablers, and Recommendations

Analysis for the Knowledge Management Application in Maintenance Engineering: Perception from Maintenance Technicians

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