Knowledge Transfer and Innovation - Hardcover

Jones, Nory B.; Mahon, John F.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1138712469 ISBN 13: 9781138712461

Publisher: Routledge, 2018

Synopsis

This book demonstrates how managers can use and transfer knowledge more effectively to stimulate innovation in their organization in order to increase their competitive advantage.

Jones and Mahon draw on their discussions with combat Veterans, whose very survival relies on their skill in transferring crucial knowledge and information quickly, effectively and efficiently. They note that in today’s competitive and fast-paced business world, these skills translate into continual innovation, metamorphosis,and ultimately success. The authors have built a conceptual framework that demonstrates to the reader how to develop the same underlying skills and to use them effectively in the business environment.

With rich and lively examples throughout, Knowledge Transfer and Innovation equips students and practitioners of knowledge management, innovation, leadership and strategy with the skills, tools and strategies to succeed in today’s fast-paced business environment.

About this title

About the Author

Nory B. Jones is a Professor of Management Information Systems at the University of Maine, USA, where she focuses on knowledge management and e-business. Her research on knowledge transfer, the impact of social media on economic development, and entrepreneurship within the Veteran community has been featured in several journals around the globe.

John F. Mahon is a Professor of Management and the John M. Murphy Chair ofInternational Business Policy and Strategy at the University of Maine, USA. He is a consultant for several international organizations and the author of numerous articles, cases and books.

Edition details

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1138712469
• ISBN 13: 9781138712461
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 156