Knowledge Activities and Learning in Project-based Industry: Relation to Organizational Culture

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  • Ajmal Mian
  • Josu Takala
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This paper aims to scrutinize how the organizational culture impacts knowledge activities and learning in project-based industry. The extent to which organizational culture influences knowledge activities and ultimately the performance of the project-based organization is investigated in the study. Firstly, the concept of knowledge and organizational learning with organizational culture point of view is elaborated in light of current literature. Secondly, the nature of project-based business and the significance of knowledge required for it is highlighted. Thirdly, it is justified that how organizational culture has deep concern with knowledge activities and organizational learning. Finally, a framework of practical implications for project managers is presented.

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تاریخ انتشار 2008