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From knowledge to success: understanding the crucial role of governance, tacit knowledge sharing, and team leadership in project outcomes

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This study investigates the relationship between knowledge governance and project success, focusing on the underlying mechanism of tacit knowledge sharing and effective team leadership as a buffering mechanism. A time-lagged survey was conducted in the Chinese IT sector, gathering data from 367 employees. The collected data were then analyzed using the Hayes PROCESS macro. The results demonstrate a positive link between knowledge governance and project success. Additionally, the data support the notion that tacit knowledge sharing mediates knowledge governance and project success. Moreover, effective team leadership is found to moderate the direct path between knowledge governance and tacit knowledge sharing, ultimately influencing project success. The study highlights the importance of implementing robust knowledge governance practices, promoting tacit knowledge sharing, and nurturing skilled team leadership for organizations aiming to enhance project success. These findings provide valuable insights for organizations seeking to optimize project outcomes through effective knowledge management and team leadership strategies.

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Shi, W., Xie, Y. From knowledge to success: understanding the crucial role of governance, tacit knowledge sharing, and team leadership in project outcomes. Curr Psychol 43, 8219–8229 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12144-023-04994-3

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