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This document introduces key themes for the ACT KM Group discussions in 2002 and beyond, emphasizing the importance of knowledge management (KM) in the public sector. Led by Ron Robinson, it outlines a four-part framework focusing on professional development, practice development, recognition, and coordination. The goal is to enhance the application of KM methods, tools, and techniques within public sector agencies, fostering a learning community dedicated to building knowledge. Through collaboration, training, and community engagement, the ACT KM Group aims to promote effective KM practices.
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Themes for the ACT KM Group(Canberra Chapter) An introduction to the discussionCanberra, 5 February 2002 Ron Robinson Acknowledgment and Disclaimer:IP Australia supports my participation in ACT KM Forum. However, the views expressed are my views and should not be taken to be the views of IP Australia.
Objective • use some of my own thoughts and input from others to present a framework for the discussion - and for the themes • promote a discussion on the themesthe ACT KM Group should work with during 2002 and beyond
ACT KM Mission(as given on Yahoo Groups) • ActKM is a learning community dedicated to building knowledge about public sector knowledge management. • Our ultimate aim is to be a key source of public sector knowledge management knowledge
What we have been doing • Monthly & Special Meetings • speakers present relevant theories or case studies • Discussion on www • requests for information and help, • discussion of issues, • postings of papers & articles • Conferences • case studies • Co-ordination • Convenor and helpers
Four-part Framework • Professional development • learn about KM Methods, tools, techniques, values • Practice development • using KM to define strategy • using KM to manage & develop knowledge resources • Recognition • location of KM in PS Agencies • identity of practitioners • Coordination • nurturing the ACT KM Forum
Mentoring Training & Development A Knowledge Project A Knowledge Repository Communities of Practice Intermediary Roles Storytelling Collaboration Social Network Analysis Scenarios Knowledge Mapping Experiments Prof. Dev - Principles & Methods (Fahey List)
Analysis of what we know (ASHEN etc) Business & Competitive Intelligence Future Scenarios Alliances Organisational Capabilities Organisational Development Communities of Contributors Communities of Practice Cultural Fit & Cultural Development Learning Strategies Change Management ? Technology Prof. Dev - Methods, tools & techniques (Robinson List)
What skills would be neededWhat information would be needed(Knowledge Management Tools ) People & knowledge Start What know-how existsWhat info resources are available(Skills Framework, Info Inventory) What could / should be done(Business Intelligence System) What is being doneWhat is being improved(Performance Reports; Improvement Projects) Process & performance Practice Development A) KM in Strategy Development B) Managing Knowledge Resources - see Methods, Tools etc
Recognition • ActKM seeks recognition of - • the improvement to the work of public sector agencies that can be obtained by the use of Knowledge Management methods, tools and techniques; and • the role Knowledge Management practitioners have in explaining the methods, tools and techniques, applying them, and in helping other people use them.
Coordination(Nurturing our Group) • Membership • Meeting management • Speakers & themes • Conferences or workshops • Sponsorship and support • Communication - use of Yahoo Groups • Reporting • Governance
Summary: Four-part Framework • Professional development • learn about KM Methods, tools, techniques, values • Practice development • using KM to define strategy • using KM to manage & develop knowledge resources • Recognition • location of KM in PS Agencies • identity of practitioners • Coordination • nurturing the ACT KM Forum
A new mission • ActKM is a learning community • dedicated to building knowledge about public sector knowledge management. • ActKM seeks recognition of - • the value of using knowledge management methods, tools and techniques; and • the role of knowledge management practitioners.
coordination consultation decision policy instruments implementation policy analysis evaluation identify issues The Australian Policy Cyclefrom The Australian Policy Handbook, Bridgeman & Davis