Declarative knowledge and product development process: The impact on organizational learning

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims 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

Firms are able to enhance their product development process (PDP) by utilizing of a Stage-Gate (SG) system to evaluate its performance. Emphasis on declarative knowledge elements during analysis of critical events at each phase of SG can facilitate learning within and across teams and help achieve the goal of continuous improvement through 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

(2023), "Declarative knowledge and product development process: The impact on organizational learning", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 37 No. 1, pp. 53-56. https://doi.org/10.1108/DLO-10-2022-0196