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In this paper we propose a new dynamic model for knowledge in knowledge management. To analyze problems and relevant restrictions, two well-accepted knowledge representation models are discussed. The new model, Executable Knowledge Model (EKM), can distinguish foreground and background knowledge and it defines a determinable boundary for executable and non-executable knowledge in knowledge management. This model provides strong executable and testable properties of knowledge in knowledge management to guide further knowledge management development.
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Zheng, J., Zhou, M., Mo, J., Tharumarajah, A. (2001). Background and Foreground Knowledge in knowledge management. In: Mo, J.P.T., Nemes, L. (eds) Global Engineering, Manufacturing and Enterprise Networks. DIISM 2000. IFIP — The International Federation for Information Processing, vol 63. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-35412-5_39
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