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Making knowledge management fly: Iran Aerospace Industries Organization introduces knowledge management

Strategic Direction

ISSN: 0258-0543

Article publication date: 25 September 2007

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Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

This paper is an interesting look at how knowledge management (KM) theory has been applied into organizations, and what the methods of implementing KM have been. It describes the approaches used by the Iran Aerospace Industries Organization in order for it to retain knowledge effectively, in response to a series of layoffs and retirements. A good read for any executive who is responsible for implementing a KM strategy, or considering it.

Practical implications

Provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world's leading organizations.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy‐to‐digest format.

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Citation

(2007), "Making knowledge management fly: Iran Aerospace Industries Organization introduces knowledge management", Strategic Direction, Vol. 23 No. 10, pp. 18-20. https://doi.org/10.1108/02580540710824275

Publisher

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

Copyright © 2007, Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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