Knowledge Mapping Concepts and Tools

Last updated:
March 14, 2022
Authored By:
APQC

Knowledge maps are powerful tools to inventory an organization’s critical knowledge and pinpoint areas that may be at risk. In many cases, the simple act of creating a knowledge map reveals weak links and bottlenecks in the flow of knowledge. By articulating exactly how knowledge moves through the organization, teams can identify improvement opportunities and make targeted adjustments to ensure that the right knowledge reaches the right people at the right point in the process.

This collection brings together key resources for knowledge mapping, including explanations of knowledge mapping concepts and downloadable templates you can use to create your own maps.