A Model of Knowledge Sharing in Polish Manufacturing Enterprises

Patalas-Maliszewska, Justyna

doi:10.2478/fman-2014-0011

Abstract

This article elaborates on a model of knowledge sharing in Polish manufacturing enterprises. The author aims to analyse the effectiveness of knowledge sharing in Polish manufacturing enterprises based on the research results gained from the study described in this paper. In particular, the likely consequences and results of knowledge sharing by using Web 2.0 technologies are studied. This is followed by a discussion on the results of the literature and empirical studies. The summary indicates potential directions for further work.

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