Knowledge management in small firms

Sparrow, John

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“…Moreover, small and large firms face very different challenges in knowledge management, not only because of resource differentials, but because of the different ways in which they approach strategies, operations and uncertainty (Sparrow 2001). We still know very little about such management practices in most sectors of the tourism industry, and these constitute a fertile future research agenda.…”

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Knowledge transfer and management in tourism organisations: An emerging research agenda

2009

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This paper reviews current research on knowledge management and knowledge transfer in the context of innovations. Specific attention is focussed on the integration of management perspectives into tourism research. The paper explores some of the key mechanisms and conduits of knowledge transfer within tourism. In doing so it explores such concepts as interlocking directorships, communities of practice, learning regions and labour mobility. There is also an emerging research agenda on knowledge management within tourism but progress is variable with most research being within the hotel sector, where a range of recent studies have examined aspects of knowledge transfer. The paper also draws attention to the need to give closer attention to the nature of innovations within tourism and to consider these in a knowledge management framework

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Knowledge transfer and management in tourism organisations: An emerging research agenda

2009

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“…Several researches highlight that the factors preventing the adoption of practices and strategies of knowledge management by SMEs are, directly or indirectly, connected to the following three aspects [16][17][18][19][20][21][22][23][24]:…”

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The Spread of Knowledge Management in SMEs: A Scenario in Evolution

2015

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This paper deals with knowledge management (KM) in small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Through a literature review, three research questions have been identified concerning the barriers hindering the spread of KM practices in SMEs, the main knowledge management systems (KMSs) adopted by SMEs and the impact of the use of KM practices on SME performance. The research questions were subsequently addressed through a field analysis conducted on a sample of SMEs. The empirical evidence highlights that the scenario has changed in the space of but a few years. Although SMEs are generally characterized by poor financial and human resources, they are able to overcome the barriers preventing the spread of KM practices. The SMEs investigated perceive the strategic value of KM and consequently adopt a variety of KMSs. Nevertheless, such systems are generally outdated in comparison with cheaper, more recent, and user-friendly applications. Finally, the paper emphasizes that the use of KM practices can contribute to the overall growth of SMEs by simultaneously and significantly enhancing their performance.

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“…Theoretically, and as defended by most KM authors, these knowledge acquisition, storing, retrieving and sharing processes should be seen as crucial and core by knowledge intensive companies, notably by SMEs. However, in practice, SMEs are still very reluctant in taking KM principles in their strategic thinking and daily routines (McAdam and Reid, 2001;Sparrow, 2001). Thomas Davenport has defined it as -a method that simplifies the process of sharing, distributing, creating, capturing and understanding of a company's knowledge‖ (Davenport et al, 1998).…”

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Impact of KM Infrastructure Dimensions on Knowledge Acquisition and Capture–A Special Reference to Auto Component Small & Medium Sized Enterprises of Pune Region

Ranganathan¹

2014

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Knowledge management in small firms

Abstract: This paper discusses features of small firms that combine to constitute a different milieu for knowledge management. It reports upon work conducted with many small firms and presents a model of considerations and phases in knowledge management projects in small-firm settings.

Cited by 91 publications

References 44 publications

Knowledge transfer and management in tourism organisations: An emerging research agenda

Knowledge transfer and management in tourism organisations: An emerging research agenda

The Spread of Knowledge Management in SMEs: A Scenario in Evolution

Impact of KM Infrastructure Dimensions on Knowledge Acquisition and Capture–A Special Reference to Auto Component Small & Medium Sized Enterprises of Pune Region

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