Improving project-to-organization learning: A suggested framework

Abstract

Purpose

Project-based learning is an effective means for companies to capture, retain and use knowledge. To exploit both explicit and tacit knowledge, firms can combine knowledge transfer with social learning mechanisms to boost the overall effectiveness of project-to-organization learning.

Design/methodology/approach

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

Findings

Project-based learning is an effective means for companies to capture, retain and use knowledge. To exploit both explicit and tacit knowledge, firms can combine knowledge transfer with social learning mechanisms to boost the overall effectiveness of project-to-organization learning.

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.

Citation

(2021), "Improving project-to-organization learning: A suggested framework", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 36 No. 1, pp. 33-35. https://doi.org/10.1108/DLO-03-2021-0038