Assessment of Knowledge-Sharing Role in Innovation (Case Study: Isfahan R&D Scientific Small City)

Abstract

This study develops a research model that links knowledge sharing and firm innovation capability. this study applies the structural equation modeling (SEM) to investigate the research model. Additionally, the current study contributes to knowledge sharing research by further clarifying which factors are essential for innovation effectively. the findings of this study provide a theoretical basis, and simultaneously can be used to analyze relationships among knowledge sharing and firm innovation capability. From a managerial perspective, the findings of this study can improve understanding and practice of organizational management of knowledge sharing. Specifically, this study identified several factors essential to successful knowledge sharing, and discussed the implications of these factors for developing organizational strategies that encourage and foster knowledge sharing.