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Cultivating Communities of Practice
Etienne Wenger
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Description for Cultivating Communities of Practice
hardcover. Argues that while communities form naturally, organizations need to become more proactive and systematic about developing and integrating them into their strategy. This book provides practical models and methods for stewarding these communities to reach their full potential - without squelching the inner drive that makes them so valuable. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HP; KJMD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 248 x 168 x 27. Weight in Grams: 634.
Today's economy is fueled by knowledge. Every leader knows this to be true, yet few have systematic methods for converting organizational knowledge into economic value. This book argues that communities of practice--groups of individuals formed around common interests and expertise--provide the ideal vehicle for driving knowledge-management strategies and building lasting competitive advantage. Written by leading experts in the field, Cultivating Communities of Practice is the first book to outline models and methods for systematically developing these essential groups. Through compelling research and company examples, including DaimlerChrysler, McKinsey & Company, Shell, and the World Bank, authors Etienne Wenger, Richard McDermott, and ... Read more
Today's economy is fueled by knowledge. Every leader knows this to be true, yet few have systematic methods for converting organizational knowledge into economic value. This book argues that communities of practice--groups of individuals formed around common interests and expertise--provide the ideal vehicle for driving knowledge-management strategies and building lasting competitive advantage. Written by leading experts in the field, Cultivating Communities of Practice is the first book to outline models and methods for systematically developing these essential groups. Through compelling research and company examples, including DaimlerChrysler, McKinsey & Company, Shell, and the World Bank, authors Etienne Wenger, Richard McDermott, and ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Harvard Business School Publishing United States
Number of pages
304
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Condition
New
Number of Pages
304
Place of Publication
, United States
ISBN
9781578513307
SKU
V9781578513307
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About Etienne Wenger
Etienne Wenger is a renowned expert and consultant on knowledge management and communities of practice in San Juan, California.
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