In 1998, Buckman Labs was recognized for its leadership in building knowledge communities. In 2000, Bob Buckman was named as one of the 10 Most Admired Knowledge Leaders for world-class knowledge leadership. Buckman Labs has received the Most Admired Knowledge Enterprise (MAKE) Award eight times, and Bob's book Building a Knowledge Driven Organization (2004) is regarded as one of the seminal books on knowledge management.

Search the Internet (search "Fast Company Buckman knowledge management") to learn how Buckman created a culture of knowledge sharing. Answer the following questions:

• Why did Buckman develop a KM system?
• How did Buckman motivate employees to share their knowledge?
• Do you think you would thrive in such an environment or be hindered by it? Explain your answer.

 

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Buckman Labs developed a knowledge management KM system to leverage the collective knowledge of its employees and improve overall organizational perfo... View the full answer