Wissensmanagement

Current and comprehensive overview of the topic of knowledge management

The developments of the last ten years show that interest in knowledge management is growing within organizations. However, it is evident that the benefits of knowledge management depend on a deeper understanding of the available concepts rather than the size of the company.

The field of knowledge management is systematically organized in this book and is presented in connection with current developments at a demanding level. The goals are a comprehensive introduction and a holistic overview. The focus is also directed towards practical implementation and unresolved problems and challenges. Thus, the book provides guidance in an innovative and future-oriented application area that is now equally accepted in both academia and practice.

Contents include:
The challenge: Change and managing change in organizations
Fundamentals of knowledge management
Reference disciplines of knowledge management
Methodological and software support for knowledge management
Knowledge management in practice.