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Fundamentals of Knowledge Management

Posted by Lucidea on 2/28/2019

In his piece for KMWorld, What is KM? Knowledge Management Explained, Dr. Michael Koenig provides an excellent overview of the origins, goals and fundamentals of knowledge management. The article is useful for those new to KM, and also reminds seasoned practitioners of the discipline’s principles, stages of development and current status.

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Topics: Knowledge Management, KM, Knowledge Management Software

Killer KM Apps Include Enterprise Social Networks (ESNs)

Posted by Stan Garfield on 2/21/2019

Too much focus on technology when implementing a KM program is a common problem. But you will still need to use software applications, so it’s important to understand them and leverage them in an optimal way. Suggestions for doing so include finding a “killer KM app”. Please read on for my thoughts on this topic, drawn from my book, Proven Practices for Promoting a Knowledge Management Program.

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Topics: Knowledge Management, Enterprise Social Networks, Knowledge Management Software

20 Questions Your KM Application or ILS Should Help Answer

Posted by Lucidea on 11/29/2018

If you are planning to buy an ILS or KM system, or want to migrate/upgrade, you need to think about your organizations’ needs both strategically and tactically in order to select the right platform. Here are 20 questions to ask yourself that will help.

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Topics: Integrated Library Systems, KM, Knowledge Management Software

13 KM Insights for Successful Knowledge Managers

Posted by Stan Garfield on 7/12/2018

In my latest book, Proven Practices for Promoting a Knowledge Management Program, I share a number of keys to success (Chapter 12) for KM practitioners implementing knowledge management initiatives within the corporate world.

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Topics: Professional Development, KM, Knowledge Management Software

Inmagic Presto V5.0 – Knowledge Management Software Informed by Our Clients

Posted by Lucidea on 6/28/2018

Our latest Inmagic Presto release includes a number of exciting capabilities that enable knowledge managers to offer users an ever more visually appealing, easily navigable, personalized and efficient KM platform.

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Topics: Inmagic Presto, KM, Knowledge Management Software

10 Principles for Successful KM Communities

Posted by Stan Garfield on 5/17/2018

In my current book on promoting knowledge management initiatives within the corporate world, I offer a collection of practical tips and techniques that can help your KM program thrive. High performing communities are essential to KM success. I have developed 10 principles for KM practitioners to keep in mind as they build and participate in communities.

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Topics: Knowledge Management, Strategy, Knowledge Management Software