This presentation, “A Framework for Managing Knowledge Assets: Aligning Theory and Practice for Measurable Impact”, was delivered at KM Triversary Forum 2025 – Bridging the research-practice gap in knowledge management (KM), on
Wednesday, 15 October 2025.
The topic covers the gap between knowledge management (KM) research and practice by introducing a four-dimensional framework that views knowledge as a dynamic system. The framework encompasses four types of assets: human (tacit), artifact (explicit), process (embedded), and collective (social). While academic research often emphasizes conceptual distinctions—like tacit versus explicit knowledge—practitioners frequently face challenges when translating these models into effective KM solutions that deliver tangible results. The proposed framework aims to bridge this gap by offering both a common language and a practical checklist for each type of knowledge asset. Drawing from real-world case studies, the presentation illustrates how aligning all four asset types can drive KM success. By re-framing knowledge as interconnected assets rather than isolated components, this presentation offers both researchers and practitioners ways to transform theory into measurable impact, closing the gap through collaboration, measurement, and holistic design.
