Developing a Conceptual Model of Knowledge Society

Abstract

Knowledge management is known as the main enabler for competitive advantage in knowledge era. The governments have also understood the importance of knowledge in this era and try to manage their knowledge efforts at the national level within their organizations in public/private sectors. The intelligent governments are moving towards knowledge society and support knowledge activities in an effective way. This research is to analyze the knowledge efforts in different countries within different continents to develop a common model for knowledge society. This conceptual model can help governments to concentrate their knowledge efforts towards knowledge society.

Keywords: knowledge management, knowledge society, conceptual model, strategic planning, government, qualitative research