Knowledge Cast by Enterprise Knowledge

Join Sierra Woods, a dedicated public servant in the Canadian Government, as she shares her expertise in knowledge management. She dives into the art of facilitating meaningful conversations, emphasizing the importance of asking the right questions to spark 'a-ha' moments. Sierra discusses strategies for enhancing engagement in virtual environments and the role of collaboration in improving knowledge transfer. She also reflects on her journey from academia to actionable insights, showcasing innovative approaches to tackle community challenges.

Gianni Giacomelli, Head of Design Innovation at MIT's Collective Intelligence Design Lab and founder of Supermind.Design, shares his insights on the future of knowledge management. He challenges outdated definitions, advocating for a more interdisciplinary approach that embraces AI and collective intelligence. Gianni explores the synergy between human creativity and technology, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and the power of structured knowledge. Prepare to rethink how organizations can innovate and harness shared expertise for growth!

Enterprise Knowledge CEO Zach Wahl again speaks with Barry Byrne, Global Head of Knowledge Management at Novartis and founder and organizer of the Knowledge Summit Dublin conference.In this conversation, Zach and Barry discuss Barry's growing knowledge management team at Novartis, how to measure KM success, and best practices for conducting (and scaling!) knowledge capture before valuable team members leave an organization. They also share what they're most excited about at Knowledge Summit Dublin this year, especially the "salmon of knowledge." For more information on Knowledge Summit Dublin, check it out at ⁠https://www.knowledgesummitdublin.com/⁠.Click ⁠here⁠ to listen to Barry's first Knowledge Cast episode.To learn more about Enterprise Knowledge, visit us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠enterprise-knowledge.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.EK's Knowledge Base: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://enterprise-knowledge.com/knowledge-base/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Contact Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://enterprise-knowledge.com/contact-us/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/enterprise-knowledge-llc/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter/X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/ekconsulting⁠⁠⁠

Liam Fahey, Partner and Co-Founder at Leadership Forum LLC, co-hosted the first Knowledge Management conference in 1994. He discusses the evolution of knowledge management and its vital role in corporate intelligence, emphasizing collaboration and customer relationships. Fahey also highlights the necessity of clarity in terminology for securing buy-in on KM initiatives. The conversation dives into the transformative impact of AI on KM practices, and the art of facilitation, revealing techniques to foster meaningful discussions and career growth.

Ahren Lehnert, Principal Taxonomist at Nike, offers invaluable insights into the future of taxonomy and AI in knowledge management. He discusses how taxonomies can enhance search capabilities and prevent semantic debt while evolving with new technologies. Ahren emphasizes the importance of a consultative approach for taxonomists, sharing his transition from academia to consulting. He also explores the strategic significance of effective taxonomy in e-commerce and the market dynamics for semantic tools amidst the growing influence of AI.

Enterprise Knowledge COO Joe Hilger speaks with Naso Kiryakov and Andreas Blumauer, who discuss the recent merger of two prominent companies in the semantic web space, Semantic Web Company and Ontotext, now operating as Graphwise. They highlight the strategic reasons for the merger and its implications for knowledge management and data integration. The conversation also touches on the challenges and opportunities of competing with major players like Microsoft while differentiating their offerings through precision and human-in-the-loop methodologies. Naso and Andreas underscore the importance of "whole data" and its role in unlocking the potential of generative AI and semantic web technologies. This merger represents an exciting step forward in enabling businesses to tackle complex data challenges effectively.

Austin Kronz, Director of Data Strategy at Atlan, shares insights on transforming data governance with innovative tools. He discusses how Atlan centralizes data access for diverse teams, tackling the challenges of fragmented data ecosystems. Austin emphasizes the role of AI in automating metadata management, minimizing manual tasks for data stewards. The conversation also touches on building trust in data through transparency and a user-centric approach, positioning Atlan as a vital control plane in the evolving landscape of data management.

Matthieu Besozzi, Head of North America at Linkurious, is an expert in graph visualization technology. He discusses how Linkurious enables organizations to visualize complex data relationships, transforming decision-making in sectors like fraud detection and cybersecurity. Matthieu highlights the impact of graph databases in uncovering hidden insights and emphasizes the importance of collaborative data modeling. Additionally, he shares exciting developments aimed at enhancing data management efficiency and solutions tailored for industries like banking and insurance.

Dorian Selz, a knowledge discovery expert from Squirro, and Dave Clarke, a taxonomy specialist from Synaptica, share insights on their game-changing merger. They delve into enhancing enterprise knowledge management through improved metadata and data categorization. The discussion highlights the power of AI in developing personalized experiences and better collaboration. Dorian and Dave also address post-merger integration challenges and the critical role of human oversight amidst the technological advancements in knowledge management.

George Zedginidze, Head of Knowledge Management at the Green Climate Fund, shares his extensive insights from six years in the role. He discusses the crucial difference between tacit and explicit knowledge and how this affects organizations. The conversation reveals strategies for effective knowledge management in hybrid work environments and underscores the importance of spatial planning to enhance collaboration. George emphasizes that not all knowledge needs to be codified and highlights the value of peer-to-peer learning in fostering organizational success.