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APQC research consistently shows that a collaborative organizational culture leads to increased productivity, improved cycle times for business processes, and innovation. The…
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Retaining Knowledge in the Supply Chain
With a wave of retirements causing a “silver tsunami” and organizations changing rapidly, supply chain leaders are worried about losing critical knowledge. Critical knowledge…
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Collaboration is a cornerstone of supply chain success. Planning and managing supply chains involves stakeholders from multiple functions and geographic areas across and…
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The best-practice organizations in APQC’s Next-Generation Communities of Practice research use their communities to facilitate collaboration across geographic locations, thus…
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In this article, you will learn about the current state of virtual collaboration, what it means for supply chain management, and five keys to leading more successful and…
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Social media has become a centerpiece of daily life, and employees increasingly expect to be able to use fast-paced and interactive social tools at work. Many organizations…
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The complex nature of supply chain management requires collaboration and knowledge sharing across locations and functions, as well as with external partners. The chaos of the…
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Top 5 Knowledge Management Threats for 2024
Businesses face challenges amplified by changes in work culture and priorities. Recent technology adoption has given rise to new threats. Through its 2024 Knowledge…
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In order to achieve tangible benefits, businesses must implement knowledge management (KM) programs. The definition of "business value" may vary for each KM program,…
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APQC conducted its annual research survey in early 2024 to determine Knowledge Management professionals' top objectives and priorities. The survey asked KM respondents to…
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Maintaining Excellence Through Change at Mercer
Mercer is a global professional services company providing organizations with solutions that meet the personal, professional, and financial needs of their employees. They…
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Combining KM and process management can optimize work processes, leading to improved quality, consistency, faster problem-solving, and reduced frustration. However, few…
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How To Use APQC’s KM-CAT
APQC's Knowledge Management Capability Assessment Tool (KM-CAT) enables organizations to evaluate their knowledge management maturity level and identify opportunities for…
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In 2023, APQC recognized eight organizations for their level of maturity in Knowledge Management (KM). This recognition was based on evaluating their KM programs using APQC’s…
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The Role of Technology in KM
AI and other technologies transform how people find and share knowledge in organizations. KM teams drive adoption while facing challenges such as leaders not seeing the value…