An Empirical Evaluation of Knowledge Transfer Mechanisms for it Projects

Abstract

This paper presents empirical research aimed at identifying the impacts of knowledge transfer mechanisms on information technology (IT) projects: Serial, near, far, strategic and expert knowledge transfer mechanisms are evaluated. The various dimensions of IT project success include project performance, project outcome, system implementation, benefits for the client organization, and benefits for the stakeholders. A survey was conducted in Norway to collect data on knowledge transfer mechanisms and project success; research results indicate that IT project success is significantly related to serial, strategic and expert knowledge transfer mechanisms.

• IT projects
• knowledge management
• knowledge transfer mechanisms
• project success factors
• survey