The Role of Know-Why in Knowledge Development Within Biomedicine: Lessons for Organizations

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David Ahlstrom

affiliation not provided to SSRN

Anil Nair

Old Dominion University - Strome College of Business

Date Written: 2000

Abstract

This paper identifies know-why as a critical dimension of knowledge, and interprets it by drawing on the literature in knowledge from diverse disciplines. We argue that know-why can complement other dimensions of knowledge, such as know-how, in enabling inquiry, innovation and knowledge development. A discussion of the role of know-why in knowledge development within biomedicine supports our argument. Insights drawn from biomedicine's history and organizational cases are used to develop propositions about knowledge development processes within organizations.

Keywords: Learning, Knowledge, Know-why, Know-how

Suggested Citation

Ahlstrom, David and Nair, Anil, The Role of Know-Why in Knowledge Development Within Biomedicine: Lessons for Organizations (2000). Asia Pacific Journal of Management, Vol. 17, No. 2, 2000, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=1012378

David Ahlstrom

affiliation not provided to SSRN ( email )

Anil Nair (Contact Author)

Old Dominion University - Strome College of Business ( email )

Norfolk, VA 23529
United States

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