This article draws attention to the number of errors that could potentially cripple the efforts of any organization trying to generate and use knowledge. Many of the errors associated with the concept of knowledge itself - how knowledge is understood in organizational settings. The article points out the source of each error, and some of the major implications for the management of knowledge. He concludes with some brief suggestions on how to avoid, or at least improve these errors. "Hide
by Liam Fahey, Laurence Prusak Source: California Management Review 14 pages. Publication Date: April 1, 1998. Prod. #: CMR119-PDF-ENG
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