TY - JOUR AU - Braun, Patrice PY - 2002/03/15 Y2 - 2024/03/28 TI - Digital Knowledge Networks: Linking Communities of Practice With Innovation JF - Journal of Business Strategies JA - J Bus Strategies VL - 19 IS - 1 SE - Research Articles DO - 10.54155/jbs.19.1.43-54 UR - https://jbs-ojs-shsu.tdl.org/jbs/article/view/191 SP - 43-54 AB - <p>With embedded knowledge flows and innovation linked to communities of<br>practice as well as technology, Australian small and medium size enterprises<br>(SMEs) have the potential to both collaborate and compete by taking advantage<br>of knowledge platforms founded on digital technologies and new relationships.<br>A conceptual model is introduced that maps access to knowledge flows against<br>limitations such as size and lack of interaction. It is suggested that fostering a<br>culture of connectivity and trust amongst SMEs to initiate knowledge exchange<br>may offer a potential solution to the possible loss of competitive advantage for<br>SMEs in the digital economy.</p> ER -