Title :
Diagnosis for Nonaka: The critique of SECI theory
Author :
Wei Yao ; Jin Chen ; Jue Hu ; Yang Wu
Author_Institution :
Sch. of Public Adm., Zhejiang Univ., Hangzhou, China
Abstract :
SECI theory has been described as one of the best known and most influential models in knowledge management literature. Based on the literature review, this paper focuses on the limitations of the theory especially in the context of intra-organizational: Neglect the external knowledge input; Subjective and Static definition of knowledge; Fails to explain the dynamic forces of knowledge conversion; Not reveal the intrinsic link between the knowledge form and knowledge value. Finally, the possible theoretical implications, and future KM research perspectives were indicated.
Keywords :
knowledge management; organisational aspects; Nonaka diagnosis; SECI theory; intra-organizational context; knowledge conversion; knowledge form; knowledge management literature; knowledge value; Knowledge Creation; SECI theory;
Conference_Titel :
Management of Technology (ISMOT), 2012 International Symposium on
Conference_Location :
Hangzhou
DOI :
10.1109/ISMOT.2012.6679505