Reference no: EM133502064
Question I:
Review and analyze the attached case study. Then, answer the questions about the HCS.
Participant:
Elaborate on the following topics:
1. The knowledge strategy and fits with organizational culture and strategy.
2. The development of worldwide KM initiatives, focusing on communities of practice and remuneration schemes to stimulate participation.
3. How the knowledge road map is developed, identifying key knowledge areas necessary for KM actions.
4. How local communities of practice are developed in Spain, measures used in their evaluation, and changes in their design and organization to become more closed/open.
5. What are the main reasons for Siemens AG to apply Knowledge Strategy Process?
6. What benefits for the company can you identify for KM?
7. How would you design communities of practice at Siemens Spain? Why?
8. What would you recommend the KM team do with communities of practice so that top management can evaluate their contribution and maintain a favorable attitude towards them?
Question II:
After analyzing the case study, use the Knowledge Management Capability Assessment to evaluate your current company. Provide a detailed report based on the assessment of each section. Identify weak and strong areas, then come up with an implementation plan. The answers must be based on "consultant-type" feedback through which you will provide "actions for improvements" to that company.