Explicit content is really important in knowledge management because it gives a clear and organised base for sharing knowledge, learning, and making decisions in a company. It’s easy to pass around among employees, teams, and can be used to tackle different tasks or problems. Good knowledge management means creating, organising, updating, and sharing this kind of content so that everyone can access and use it.
Here are some examples of explicit knowledge:
Documents
Like reports, manuals, guidelines, and other written stuff that explains things clearly.
Presentations
Slideshows and visual materials that show information in a way that’s easy to understand.
Videos and Multimedia
Knowledge in video or multimedia format, such as training videos or webinars.
Spreadsheets
Data organised neatly, often used for number crunching and reporting.
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Step-by-step instructions for doing tasks in a company.
FAQs
Answers to common questions.
Manuals and Handbooks
Detailed reference materials on specific topics.
Reports and Research Findings
Summaries of research and studies on different subjects.
Having explicit content makes knowledge management work well because it’s structured and easy to use. It can be shared, understood, and put into action by everyone in the organisation.