Why SMEs shouldn't neglect e‐learning: Collaboration for tacit knowledge transfer

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoints practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

As technologies, markets and competitive situations change rapidly and unpredictably, the need for business development to match environmental change has become increasingly associated with organizational learning. Organizations must be capable of learning from their experiences and of disseminating learning if they are to respond to emerging conditions. However, SMEs frequently regard training as a somewhat peripheral, limited, and at times easily neglected activity. It is important that these attitudes are changed and that they view the facilitation of learning within their organizations as a key element in organizational change.

Practical implications

Provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world's leading organizations.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy‐to digest format.

Citation

(2009), "Why SMEs shouldn't neglect e‐learning: Collaboration for tacit knowledge transfer", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 23 No. 5, pp. 26-28. https://doi.org/10.1108/14777280910982960