The role of explicit and implicit knowledge-sharing behaviors in enhancing enterprise innovation: an empirical study

Abstract

In the contemporary era of the knowledge economy, the effective management and sharing of knowledge have become pivotal for enterprises to maintain a competitive edge and foster sustainable growth. This paper examines the multifaceted dynamics of knowledge management, innovation, and sustainable development across different sectors, focusing on high-tech enterprises and the pivotal realm of new materials. In high-tech enterprises, the amalgamation of knowledge management practices and innovative business models serves as a catalyst for forging sustainable competitive advantages. However, these enterprises face challenges in knowledge updates and sharing, influencing their development trajectory. Investigating the factors impacting employees' knowledge sharing behavior becomes imperative to fortify knowledge management and enhance innovation capabilities. Moreover, within the realm of new materials, China confronts challenges in the development of critical materials pivotal for smart manufacturing, hindering the transition to mid-to-high-end manufacturing. Augmenting research and development investments in new materials stands essential for China to propel intelligent manufacturing and advance towards mid-to-high-end manufacturing.

The study delves into the alignment of new material high-tech enterprises with SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), highlighting the role of innovation in ongoing sustainable development. It emphasizes cultivating an innovation-driven ethos, robust knowledge management frameworks, external collaborations, and inventive strategies to shape the future business landscape. Furthermore, the research explores the interconnectedness of knowledge sharing attitudes, cultural values, leadership styles, and perceived enterprise innovativeness within high-tech new material enterprises. It unveils the direct impact mechanisms, mediating effects, and moderating influences of these factors on perceived enterprise innovation capabilities, offering both theoretical insights and practical implications for fostering innovation within the new materials sector.

In conclusion, effective knowledge management, inclusive knowledge sharing, and innovation-centric approaches stand as imperative cornerstones for enterprises, especially high-tech new material industries, to drive sustainable development, enhance competitive advantages, and contribute meaningfully to global sustainable development agendas.