Knowledge Management (For The Information Professional)

Book Details

• Publisher: Ess Ess Publication
• ISBN: 9788170005438
• Year of Publication: 2008
• Language: English
• Binding: HardBound

About the Book

Knowledge Management for the Information Professional is a comprehensive guide designed to bridge the gap between traditional information management practices and the rapidly evolving field of Knowledge Management (KM). Developed with the needs of students, educators, librarians, information professionals, records managers, and business practitioners in mind, the book provides a clear understanding of how Knowledge Management fits within the broader information landscape.

The book addresses fundamental questions surrounding the discipline, including the nature of Knowledge Management, its scope, its relevance to information professionals, and the skills required to build a successful career in the field. It explores the evolving role of information professionals as key participants in the creation, organization, sharing, and strategic use of organizational knowledge.

Written by experienced contributors actively engaged in Knowledge Management research and practice, the volume offers diverse perspectives on contemporary KM concepts, methodologies, and applications. It serves both as an academic resource for teaching and learning and as a practical reference for professionals seeking to understand emerging developments in knowledge-based organizations.

An essential resource for librarians, information scientists, knowledge managers, business professionals, educators, researchers, and students interested in the theory and practice of Knowledge Management.