Knowledge Management
Saifallah Andayesh; zahra kianrad
Abstract
Introduction: . The aim of the present research is to identify and rank the factors influencing knowledge sharing in the public library institutions of the country and to provide a model for implementing knowledge sharing in that organization.Methodology: In this research, a mixed-method approach has ...
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Introduction: . The aim of the present research is to identify and rank the factors influencing knowledge sharing in the public library institutions of the country and to provide a model for implementing knowledge sharing in that organization.Methodology: In this research, a mixed-method approach has been used, employing various tools for data collection. These tools include library studies, semi-structured interviews, and questionnaires. The population of this research includes managers, administrative staff, and county heads in the public library institutions of the country. The research sample consists of 28 experts selected, and sampling was done using cluster sampling method.Findings: The results of the comprehensive analysis led to the identification of 92 codes, 13 indicators, and 4 main dimensions of technological, cultural, organizational, and individual aspects in the implementation of knowledge sharing.Conclusion: The results showed that the technological dimension has the most significant impact, while the cultural dimension has the least impact on the implementation of knowledge sharing in the public library institutions of the country. Ultimately, the model of implementing knowledge sharing at 6 levels, with indicators of functional processes, internal processes, strategic processes, and organizational belonging perception being the most influential, and indicators of information acquisition processes and knowledge transfer processes being the most affected.
Knowledge Management
seifallah andayesh
Abstract
Abstract Introduction: The aim of this research is to examine the effects of organizational commitment and trust on knowledge sharing and knowledge application among employees of public library institutions in Iran. Methodology: The present research method is descriptive and survey-based and serves its ...
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Abstract Introduction: The aim of this research is to examine the effects of organizational commitment and trust on knowledge sharing and knowledge application among employees of public library institutions in Iran. Methodology: The present research method is descriptive and survey-based and serves its purpose. The statistical population of this study includes managers, administrative staff and district managers of the country's public libraries. The research sample consists of 218 individuals selected through cluster sampling. The data collection tools for this research are as follows: For knowledge sharing, the questionnaire of Chai et al. (2007); for engagement, the questionnaire from Ouakouak & Ouedraogo (2019); for trust, the Yatg and Peng (2009) questionnaire; and the questionnaire from Ouakouak & Ouedraogo (2019) for knowledge application. The Kolmogorov-Smirnov test was used to check the normality of the data and Cronbach's alpha coefficient was used to assess reliability using SPSS26 software. Data analysis was performed using descriptive statistical indicators such as frequency distribution and inferential statistics, as well as structural equation modeling with Smart PLS.Results: The results showed that professional trust and affective commitment have a positive and significant influence on the knowledge sharing variable, whereas continuous commitment and personal trust have no influence on knowledge sharing. The knowledge exchange variable has a positive and significant influence on knowledge application. Conclusion: The results showed that knowledge sharing acts as a mediating variable in the relationship between affective commitment and knowledge application; and between professional trust and knowledge application.
