System Engineering and Productivity

System Engineering and Productivity

Identifying Factors Affecting Human Capital Enhancement through Knowledge Sharing (A case study of Daneshmand Institute)

Document Type : Research Paper

Authors
1 Corresponding author: Assistant Professor, Department of Industrial Engineering, Faculty of Management and Industrial Engineering, Malek Ashtar University of Technology, Tehran, Iran
2 Professor, Department of Industrial Engineering, Faculty of Management and Industrial Engineering, Malek Ashtar University of Technology, Tehran, Iran
3 M.Sc., Department of Industrial Engineering, Faculty of Management and Industrial Engineering, Malek Ashtar University of Technology, Tehran, Iran
Abstract
This article aims to identify the factors influencing the enhancement of human capital through knowledge sharing within an organization involved in technology R&D, innovation, and knowledge management. Knowledge management, particularly knowledge sharing, is recognized as a crucial strategy for developing human capital and creating a competitive advantage. The article initially addresses the significance of human capital, including the knowledge, skills, and competencies of employees, and analyzes its role in organizational innovation and productivity. The research methodology involves a combination of qualitative data from semi-structured interviews and quantitative data from questionnaires based on thematic analysis. The statistical population comprises managers, senior experts, and employees of the "Daneshvar" institute, and various statistical tools, including the Kaiser-Meyer-Olkin test, Bartlett's test, confirmatory factor analysis, structural equation modeling, composite reliability, convergent and discriminant validity, and the goodness of fit index were employed for data analysis. The research findings indicate that the most significant factor is activities related to knowledge sharing. These activities include sharing experiences, technical and scientific knowledge, and improving employee skills. Other factors such as effective leadership, establishing communication networks, and organizational learning culture also have a substantial impact. Furthermore, creating knowledge management tools, developing a reward system, and establishing active learning environments are among the suggestions. The results demonstrate that enhancing human capital through knowledge sharing leads to improved productivity, development of capabilities, and increased innovation within the organization. The article emphasizes that to achieve these goals, modern knowledge management methods and an appropriate organizational culture must be utilized.

Highlights

  • Significance of human capital, including employees' knowledge, skills, and competencies is urged
  • The role of human capital in organizational innovation and productivity is analyzed.
  • Implementing knowledge management tools, designing reward systems, and creating active learning environments are recommended to strengthen knowledge sharing.

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Volume 5, Issue 2 - Serial Number 15
Serial No. 15, Summer Quarterly
Summer 2025
Pages 73-95

  • Receive Date 16 February 2025
  • Revise Date 15 March 2025
  • Accept Date 10 April 2025
  • First Publish Date 10 April 2025
  • Publish Date 23 August 2025