The primary aim of ECKM is to foster a deeper understanding of knowledge management processes, practices, and technologies, and to explore their impact on organizational effectiveness and innovation. The conference seeks to bridge the gap between theory and practice by encouraging the exchange of ideas between academics and practitioners. It also aims to promote interdisciplinary collaboration by bringing together experts from various fields such as business, information technology, education, and public administration.

ECKM’s scope is broad, encompassing all aspects of knowledge management, from the creation and sharing of knowledge within organizations to the role of technology in enabling KM processes. The conference addresses both the strategic and operational dimensions of knowledge management, emphasizing its importance in enhancing organizational learning, innovation, and competitive advantage.

Topics Covered
ECKM covers a wide range of topics related to knowledge management, reflecting the evolving nature of the field and its application in different contexts. The call for papers asked for contributions that considered the following topics. In addition, the committee welcomed papers on a number of specialist mini-tracks which can be seen at the end of this list.

Knowledge Creation and Sharing

• Tacit and Explicit Knowledge
• Knowledge Sharing Practices.

Knowledge Management Systems and Technologies

• KM Tools and Platforms
• Artificial Intelligence and KM
• Big Data and Knowledge Analytics.

Organizational Learning and Innovation

• Learning Organizations
• Innovation Management
• Communities of Practice.

Strategic Knowledge Management

• KM and Competitive Advantage
• Knowledge Strategy Development
• Intellectual Capital Management.

KM in Specific Contexts

• KM in Public Administration
• KM in Education
• KM in Healthcare.

Knowledge Management and Organizational Culture

• Cultural Barriers to KM
• Leadership and KM
• Change Management in KM Initiatives.

Ethics and Knowledge Management

• Ethical Issues in KM.
• Sustainability and KM.

Emerging Trends and Challenges in KM

• Digital Transformation and KM
• Globalization and KM
• The integration of KM with other business disciplines
• The evolving role of knowledge managers.