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The 4C's KBW Guidance Framework®

The 4C's guidance framework was developed from my doctoral research into the challenges currently being faced by organisations in implementing KBW.

The 4C's are;

  • Confusion - the first step in getting KBW off the ground is to clarify what stakeholders really want from KBW
  • Convergence - aligning KBW strategies and practices with organisational direction and goals
  • Commitment - getting from agreement to action and pro-active support for the KBW programme
  • Culture - developing a 'knowledge friendly' culture is essential if your KBW initiatives are to succeed

4Cs model

In each of these areas I suggest the following steps:

1. Initial assessment process - what is your KBW potential?
2. Diagnostic tools to locate your problem areas
3. Comparators with good practice - what would excellence look like?
4. Proposals for change templates - your first steps to improvemed KBW

As a result of the an assessment of your readiness,a KBW Footprint® for your organisation is prepared. This will enable you to prioritise and instigate initiatives to improve. A journey made simpler by the application of the KBW Workplan® which will become your roadmap to implementation.