Presenting an Approach for Conducting Knowledge Architecture within Large-Scale Organizations.

Area of Science:

• Information Science
• Organizational Studies

Background:

• Knowledge architecture (KA) is crucial for effective knowledge management (KM).
• Large-scale organizations face unique challenges in implementing traditional KA.
• Organizational transformation necessitates updated KA approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore strengths and weaknesses of KA in large organizations.
• To propose a methodology and framework for overcoming KA limitations.
• To support architects in achieving successful KM in large enterprises.

Main Methods:

• Updating concepts from the Zachman framework.
• Applying the Enterprise Architecture Planning (EAP) methodology.
• Descriptive research validated by a case study and expert opinions.

Main Results:

• Identified key strengths and weaknesses of KA in large organizations.
• Developed a practical methodology and supervising framework for KA.
• Demonstrated the applicability of the proposed solution through a case study.

Conclusions:

• The proposed KA framework effectively addresses limitations in large organizations.
• This approach enhances the successful implementation of KM programs.
• Findings offer valuable insights for knowledge architects in large enterprises.