Top 5 Knowledge Management Threats for 2026

Published On:
February 13, 2026
Authored By:
APQC
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As organizations push harder on AI, digital transformation, and productivity, long-standing challenges are putting knowledge initiatives at risk. Based on APQC’s 2026 research, this article examines the top five threats facing knowledge management today and outlines practical ways to turn these risks into opportunities for greater impact.
 

Topics Include:

  • Cultural barriers that discourage knowledge sharing and reuse
  • Change fatigue and its effect on adoption and new behaviors
  • Competing leadership priorities and misalignment with business strategy
  • Time constraints that limit participation and engagement
  • Measurement challenges that complicate funding and executive buy-in

Read the full article and learn how to address these threats while strengthening knowledge practices for the year ahead.

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