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Determinants of innovation through a knowledge-based theory lens

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This paper explores the determinants of innovation from a knowledge-based perspective, particularly in the context of service firms. It addresses the gap in innovation research, which has predominantly focused on manufacturing. The authors analyze a sample of Spanish engineering consulting firms to identify the factors that stimulate innovation, emphasizing the critical role of knowledge management policies in fostering competitive advantages through effective customer knowledge integration and service innovation. Findings suggest that flexible knowledge management practices enhance innovation capacity in service industries, allowing firms to adapt swiftly to changing customer needs.

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Management literature prescribes innovation as a stimulus for sustained competitive advantage in companies however the nature of the development in this field has resulted in the literature being broad and fragmented. This paper focuses on the body of literature concerned with the factors which influence innovation management in organisations. The aim of this research is to present a holistic view of the factors that effect innovation management. Using a systematic literature review approach, using over 100 papers, this research identifies 9 key factors that impact on an organisations ability to manage innovation. These 9 factors have been identified as management style and leadership, resources, organisational structure, corporate strategy, technology, knowledge management, employees and innovation process. The paper then discusses the inductively derived model that presents the important relationships identified between the factors to present a holistic view of innovation management.

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The quasi-moderating role of organizational culture in the relationship between rewards and knowledge shared and gained
Mark Jacobs, Shaista E . Khilji

Journal of Knowledge Management, 2014

Purpose -The purpose of this paper is to clarify the role of organizational culture and rewards in stimulating the sharing and gaining of knowledge. Design/methodology/approach -Hierarchical regression using survey data.

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Organizational culture and knowledge sharing: critical success factors
Dr Adel AL-Alawi

Journal of Knowledge Management, 2007

Purpose-This research aims at investigating the role of certain factors in organizational culture in the success of knowledge sharing. Such factors as interpersonal trust, communication between staff, information systems, rewards and organization structure play an important role in defining the relationships between staff and in turn, providing possibilities to break obstacles to knowledge sharing. This research is intended to contribute in helping businesses understand the essential role of organizational culture in nourishing knowledge and spreading it in order to become leaders in utilizing their know-how and enjoying prosperity thereafter. Design/methodology/approach-The conclusions of this study are based on interpreting the results of a survey and a number of interviews with staff from various organizations in Bahrain from the public and private sectors. Findings-The research findings indicate that trust, communication, information systems, rewards and organization structure are positively related to knowledge sharing in organizations. Research limitations/implications-The authors believe that further research is required to address governmental sector institutions, where organizational politics dominate a role in hoarding knowledge, through such methods as case studies and observation. Originality/value-Previous research indicated that the Bahraini society is influenced by traditions of household, tribe, and especially religion of the Arab and Islamic world. These factors define people's beliefs and behaviours, and thus exercise strong influence in the performance of business organizations. This study is motivated by the desire to explore the role of the national organizational culture on knowledge sharing, which may be different from previous studies conducted abroad.

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