Knowledge identification and acquisition in SMEs: Strategically emergent or just ad hoc
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2015
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Researchers and practitioners have been preoccupied with identifying ways for larger organizations to acquire and manage knowledge, however far less research attention has been directed towards these same pursuits in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This paper examines how SMEs engage in knowledge identification and acquisition; in particular how they identify knowledge needs and source this knowledge to enhance their business. The research studied six SMEs in Australia and Denmark. Contrary to prevailing assumptions, the findings suggest that SMEs engage in identification and sourcing of critical knowledge, albeit often with less than formal processes. These organizations relied on business plans to direct knowledge activities and ensure balance between long-range planning and flexibility. The results address a lack of empirical evidence about SME approaches to knowledge identification and acquisition, and demonstrate that although SMEs may approach such activities in an informal way, they are nonetheless deliberate and strategic in their knowledge activities. |
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IGI Global Publishing |
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http://www.igi-global.com/gateway/journal/1083 DOI:10.4018/IJKM.2015070101 Becker, Karen L., Jorgensen, Frances, & Bish, Adelle (2015) Knowledge identification and acquisition in SMEs: Strategically emergent or just ad hoc. International Journal of Knowledge Management, 11(3), pp. 1-16. |
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Copyright 2015 IGI Global Publishing |
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QUT Business School; School of Management |
Palavras-Chave | #150314 Small Business Management #Case Studies #Knowledge Acquisition #Knowledge Identification Knowledge Transfer #Knowledge Sources #SMEs |
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Journal Article |