Knowledge Management and Intellectual Capital

Management of both tacit and explicit knowledge in organizations is critical for strategic outcomes relating to competitiveness, profitability, and enhancement of capacity (Omotayo, 2015). The following academic paper will offer an overview of knowledge management (KM) and intellectual capital (IC) in organizational contexts. Knowledge Management and Intellectual Capital at Apple Inc. KM and IC are related and vital to the growth and success of organizations. Knowledge management refers to the fundamental activity of acquiring, increasing, and maintaining intellectual capital in organizations. At Apple Inc. , leveraging knowledge is concerned with the improvements of its intelligence through the creation of systems that allow the employees to enhance their work experiences for purposes of expending the quality of their work life. The purpose of KM and IC at Apple is to create and add value to the performance of the organization.