Knowledge Management Terms

Knowledge GenerationKnowledge generation includes all activities which bring to light knowledge which is "new," whether to the individual, to the group, or to the world. It includes activities such as creation, acquisition, synthesis, fusion, and adaptation.Knowledge CondificationKnowledge codification is the capture and representation of knowledge so that it can be re-used either by an individual or by an organization.Knowledge TransferKnowledge transfer involves the movement of knowledge from one location to another and its subsequent absorption.Knowledge...

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Tools for Knowledge Management: ‘Web Enabled Tools’

There are a vast number of information technology tools available that can potentially support knowledge management. I have compile a list of some Web-based information technology tools that can be used in knowledge management. In my opinion many ICT solution company will present us with a rich set of a new tools for managing knowledge. I only emphasis on the Web-based knowledge management tools by assuming Web offers a very powerful platform for supporting all stages of knowledge management.The tools are presented in alphabetical order and refers...

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Knowledge Sharing and Knowledge Management

Strategies for knowledge sharing and knowledge management must be implemented in tandem to be effective. Knowledge sharing is the fundamental component of Knowledge Management strategies, programmes and processes. A sound of knowledge sharing will enables better achievements of goals effective and efficient sharing of information and knowledge. Planned knowledge sharing will help to ensure that the lessons and other information gathered through knowledge management activities are packaged and disseminated or used in ways that are appropriate to...

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Knowledge Management Overview

Knowledge management is about facilitating the processes by which knowledge is created, shared and used. It is about changing the way everyone works, which requires changing people’s behaviours and work patterns. Knowledge management is essentially about people - how they create, share and use knowledge, thus knowledge management programmes should have both a “collecting” and a “connecting” dimension.The collecting dimension involves linking people with information. It relates to the capturing and disseminating of explicit knowledge. The connecting...

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OpenProj

OpenProj is a free, open source desktop alternative to Microsoft Project. OpenProj has been downloaded over 1,250,000 times in over 142 countries and has quickly become one of the most popular open source applications. If you are managing a group project we recommend Projects On Demand. If you want a free replacement to commercial desktop software, then OpenProj is perfect. OpenProj is also now included with Star Office in Europe. It's available on Linux, Unix, Mac or Windows, and it's free. Download L...

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The Coward's Guide to Conflict

When you are managing a project there is a lot of conflict arise, some readings will help you to get the idea a way to dissolve it. Listen & Live Audio | ISBN: 159316002X | 2003-05-16 | MP3 | 79 Mb Comments: If you like this book, please buy. What successful people know about conflict resolution centers on techniques, motivation and challenges for the person who is afraid of conflict and tends to avoid any situation that would create potential conflict with others. Provided in a friendly guiding tone, each chapter includes real-life examples,...

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Project Budget

There are lots of different kinds of costs – fixed and variable costs, operational and capital costs. In planning project costs for small costs I like to distinguish between ‘cumulative’ and ‘lump-sum’ costs. The cumulative costs are those that increase as you do more, or as tasks take longer – for example, when you are paying a contractor an hourly rate. The lump sum costs are those that will cost a particular amount – for example, when you have a quote from an electrician for lighting and power points. Lump sums can vary, but generally only...

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Collective Communication Using Google Wave

Below is the site linked to the above articles: 'Google Wave' http://wave.google.com/help/wave/closed.html I know that some of your still are not aware of this technology but 'still malu nak angkat tangan' you can ask request for invitation. Regards ...

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Project Execution Related Template

You can download and use this template as a guide in project execution Click the link below: All Project Execution Share Document http://www.scribd.com/full/27373591?access_key=key-3nvrx81apxhd1zu5vfn Sample Embbed document 1. Project Execution and Control - Kick Off Meeting Regards ...

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Fundamental Purposes of Control

The 2 fundamental objective of control are: 1. The regulation of results through the alteration of activities. 2. The stewardship of organizational assets. Physical Asset Control Physical asset control requires the control of the use of physical assets. It is concerned with the task of asset maintenance, whether preventive or corrective. Even the timing of maintenance or replacement as well as the quality of maintenance is also maintained. If the project uses considerable amounts of physical equipment, the PM also has the problem of setting up...

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Control

Control is the last element is the implementation cycle of planning-monitoring-controlling. It is an act of reducing the difference between plan and reality. Control is focused on 3 elements of a project-performance, cost and time. Performance: •Unexpected technical problems. •Insufficient resources. •Quality problems, etc. Cost •More resources required. •Scope of work increases. •Budgeting was inadequate, etc. Time •Technical difficulties took longer time to solve. •Task sequencing was incorrect. •Governmental regulations were altered, etc. These...

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