Transformational Leadership and Knowledge Management: Analysing the Knowledge Management Models

The purpose of the present study is to investigate the mutual relationship between transformational leadership and knowledge management as well the potential effects of a transformational leader on his or her followers. In this paper, we review the role of transformational leadership in effective knowledge management and establish the emerging role of transformational leadership, as an ideal leadership style in building knowledge-based companies to achieve a higher degree of competitive advantage. The findings in this article are based upon previous empirical studies that illustrate the formulation of several propositions that contribute to the knowledge management processes. Our findings are based upon possible scenarios that impact transformational leadership and knowledge management using grounded theoretical research. Research limitations are twofold. One limitation is found in the prior literature indicating that past studies have posited that companies might lack the required capabilities or decide to decline from interacting with other companies (Caldwell & Ancona 1988), or even distrust sharing their knowledge (Kraut & Streeter 1995). And, second, our contribution to the literature lies in presenting a link between knowledge management and transformational leadership that incorporates the knowledge management processes that may impact the effectiveness of transformational leaders to enhance their capabilities to effectively play their roles within companies. In addition, managerial applications that may support knowledge management processes are proposed further research is necessary to finalise conclusions. The original value of this research provides an impetus of mutual interaction of knowledge management and transformational leadership

Applicability of Socio-Technical Model (STM) in Working System of Modern Organizations

Knowledge has been identified as one of the most important resources in organization that contributes to competitive advantages. Organizations around the world realize and put into practice an approach that bases on technological and sociological aspects to fill-up the gaps in their workplaces. The Socio-Technical Model (STM) is an established organizational model introduced by Trist since 1960s at Tavistock Institute, London. It relates two most common components exist in all organizations, namely social systems (human) and technological systems (information technology, machinery and equipment) in organizations over many decades. This paper reviews the socio-technical model from various perspectives of its developmental stages and ideas written by researchers. Therefore, several literature reviews on socio-technical model have been compiled and discussed to justify whether its basic argument matches with required practices in Techno-Social environments. Through a socio-technical perspective on Knowledge Management, this paper highlights the interplay between social systems and technological system. It also suggests that management and leadership play critical roles in establishing the techno-social perspective for the effective assimilation of Knowledge Management practices

The Effect of Competitive Advantage towards Financial Performance with Good Information Technology Governance as Moderating Variable

Bank’s strength competitive advantage value  in  digital economic era is depend on its digital and online services quality. The higher usage of online service  will enhanced the bank’s profit thus will be  reflected in its financial performance. This is the main function of Good IT Governance (GITG) to assure the qualified and safe IT implementation in each bank. This research aimed to analyze the effect of competitive advantage  toward financial performance by good IT governance as moderating variable. Competitive Advantage was represented by assets utilization capability and financial performance was represented by ROA (Return on Assets). This research studied on 13 listed banks in Indonesian Stock Exchange which annually published their  financial reports during 2012-2016 period. 65 Samples obtained by purposive sampling method,and to strength these objectives, a questionnaire was also  developed  to measured the good IT governance value. Moderating Regression Analysis using absolute difference method used to examined the research model and hypotheses.The result  found that CA has positive effect toward while also found that GITG not moderating the causal relationship  between CA toward ROA  Keywords: CA, Good IT Governance, RO

Technology Options to Support the Implementation of Knowledge Management

Company is more aware that knowledge management is one of the important factors because it gives competitive advantages for them. Knowledge is intellectual asset that is owned by individual or company. Knowledge becomes very useful if it is documented or stored, organized, shared to others and can be understood and applied. Knowledge Management System (KMS) is made to manage knowledge. KMS does identifying process, capturing, organizing and disseminating knowledge. Technology is one of three model of KM that supports the implementation of KM. This time there are various options of technology that support the KM implementation for companies. In this research, there are various options or types of technology that can be used to support the implementation of knowledge management

The Effectiveness of Human Resource Management Information System (HRMIS) Application in Managing Human Resource at the Perlis State Secretary Office

Implementation of Human Resource Management Information System (HRMIS) in the public sector has sparked a broad cultural change in which all public servants should be transferred from the working environment manually to an electronic culture. Taking the importance of the study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of the HRMIS in human resource management at the Perlis State Secretary Office (SUK Perlis) in terms of system quality, information quality, user satisfaction and system use. To achieve these objectives, the survey has been conducted on staff in SUK Perlis to obtain information how far the effectiveness of the HRMIS through quantitative and qualitative survey methods. A total of 46 respondents have provided feedback regarding the study, and were analyzed using SPSS v15 for Windows version and further descriptive information to confirm the hypotheses that have been identified. Results from this study can also be essential to the effectiveness of HRMIS in the management of human resources at the SUK Perlis. Overall, all officers and employees of Perlis State Secretariat gave good feedback and are satisfied with the quality of HRMIS systems as well, the quality of information, the system use then will get user satisfaction. Based on this study, a few suggestion and recommendation had been proposed to improve the HRMIS performance. One of the suggestion is to upgrade the HRMIS main server which are located in Public Service Department (PSD), Putrajaya to increase the capabilities of the server for support more user‟s around the country. Second suggestion is, PSD can develop a distributed data centre divided by zoning. For example, for Perlis, Kedah, Penang and Perak, PSD can provide one distributed data centre somewhere in north religion. The information in the HRMIS can be shared by the public as a main directory of public service. The possible information that can be shared are, name‟s of the user, job position and the department. There is suggestion to improve the interface for enhance the efficient and reliable applications

Determining research knowledge infrastructure for healthcare systems: a qualitative study

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>This study examines research knowledge infrastructures (RKIs) found in health systems. An RKI is defined as any instrument (<it>i.e</it>., programs, interventions, tools) implemented in order to facilitate access, dissemination, exchange, and/or use of evidence in healthcare organisations. Based on an environmental scan (17 key informant interviews) and scoping review (26 studies), we found support for a framework that we developed that outlines components that a health system can have in its RKI. The broad domains are climate for research use, research production, activities used to link research to action, and evaluation.</p> <p>The objective of the current study is to profile the RKI of three types of health system organisations--regional health authorities, primary care practices, and hospitals--in two Canadian provinces to determine the current mix of components these organisations have in their RKI, their experience with these components, and their views about future RKI initiatives.</p> <p>Methods</p> <p>This study will include semistructured telephone interviews with a purposive sample region of a senior management team member, library/resource centre manager, and a 'knowledge broker' in three regional health authorities, five or six purposively sampled hospitals, and five or six primary care practices in Ontario and Quebec, for a maximum of 71 interviewees. The interviews will explore (a) which RKI components have proven helpful, (b) barriers and facilitators in implementing RKI components, and (c) views about next steps in further development of RKIs.</p> <p>Discussion</p> <p>This is the first qualitative examination of potential RKI efforts that can increase the use of research evidence in health system decision making. We anticipate being able to identify broadly applicable insights about important next steps in building effective RKIs. Some of the identified RKI components may increase the use of research evidence by decision makers, which may then lead to more informed decisions.</p

IslamGRID: Knowledge Management at Jakim

IslamGRID was developed to collect, preserve, disseminate and promote knowledge of Islam to all Muslims globally, whether in the administrative, industrial and commercial. With the advent of Information Technology and the increase of the amount of information that organizations have to deal with, there is a requirement to put strategic process in place to ensure the effective management of knowledge. This case study research looks into 3 main areas of a Knowledge Management (KM) System (KMS) (i. People; ii. Process; and iii. Technology) and their relationship, which might affect the effectiveness of the IslamGRID to the Islamic community (Ummah). The application of these areas would be for JAKIM, JAIN, Muslims as well as non-Muslims

A Resource Based View Of Manufacturing Strategy And Implications To Organizational Culture And Human Resources

This paper purports that manufacturing strategy is a strategic asset.&nbsp; To prove that manufacturing strategy is valuable, it is determined that manufacturing strategy is linked to manufacturing success which is linked to business success.&nbsp; To capitalize on manufacturing strategy as a strategic asset, the factors that influence a successful strategy are determined

Knowledge Management Strategy and Service Firm Performance: A Comparison of Firms Competing on Low-Cost versus High-Quality

This study contributes to the knowledge management literature by comparing the effects of four knowledge strategy configurations on the performance of service firms competing on low-cost versus high-quality. Data was collected from 107 hospitality establishments operating in South Africa. Firms competing on low-cost and high-quality were classified into one of four groups based on their approach to knowledge management and were then compared on two dimensions of service firm performance. Results suggest that information (IT) based approaches to knowledge management are associated with high performance amongst hospitality services firms competing on low-cost whilst human capital based approaches are associated with high performance amongst firms competing on quality. Implications for knowledge management are discussed