Knowledge Management Strategy and Approach in Multiple Project Environments

Abstract

Managing multiple projects is a challenge within many organizations because of current practices that ignore the basics of project standards and applications. Lack of standards and applications complicates the startup and initiation of projects especially in a multiple project environment. Knowledge is a critical asset to start and execute projects in many organizations. However, knowledge is separated and scattered in each independent project. Traditional knowledge is transferred and shared between projects through experiences of the employee in the organizations. But knowledge share becomes impossible when the employee leave the organizations. This paper discusses the knowledge properties and classification in multiple projects management environment, and knowledge loss across multiple projects is recognized. Knowledge management strategy and approach for multiple projects is suggested based on Web technology and database technology. The proposed knowledge management system is to facilitate knowledge capturing, sharing and reusing for organizations in managing multiple projects.