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Why Knowledge Management Didn’t Save General Motors: Addressing Complex Issues By Convening Conversation

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GM was brought down by a flawed strategy, but an organization’s strategy is clearly a product of the knowledge that exists within its walls. The knowledge existed within GM to develop a more competitive strategy. The knowledge management task is to bring together the collective knowledge of the organization to bear on complex issues.

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The Power of Action Learning: A Process for Building a Collaborative Culture

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It is not a new process, but one that was used both in Europe and the US, long before the term “Knowledge Management” was first heard in organizations. Morale has definitely improved. The importance of asking questions to pull rather than push knowledge. • The value placed on learning from experience. •

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A Wiki for Generals

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Definition: 5-6. The Army has a many great examples of Generals participating in knowledge management activities, like Major General Michael Oates holding open chats with the troops, and Admiral Stavridis who blogs regularly and participates on Facebook. While command is a personal function, control involves the entire force.