Research on knowledge-sharing and its realization in virtual communities

Chen Wei Dong
Suzhou University of Science and Technology
Suzhou, China

In the knowledge-based economy, innovation is the key to improving core competencies. Knowledge management has been recognized and valued in knowledge-based virtual communities, and knowledge-sharing is an effective way to promote knowledge innovation and so improve the ability to innovate.

This paper analyses the meaning of several related concepts in an effort to define the virtual community and its relationship with knowledge-sharing. It then examines in depth the operational mechanisms and influential factors involved in the process and provides both theoretical and practical suggestions to enhance its effectiveness, drawing on a typical learning community.