Year: 2024
Type: conference-paper
Abstract: This study explores the dynamics of knowledge sharing in team-based work environments within Sri Lanka's apparel industry. Conducted through in-depth interviews with 20 machine operators across six apparel companies, the research investigates the influence of factors such as organizational support, motivation, leadership, technology, and trust on knowledgesharing practices. The findings underscore the essential roles of organizational support and trust in fostering collaborative knowledge sharing, while language barriers were deemed nonsignificant. This study contributes unique insights into the specific conditions shaping knowledge sharing in Sri Lanka’s apparel sector, with practical implications for boosting productivity, innovation, and teamwork within the industry. Keywords: Apparel Sector, Knowledge Sharing, Team-Based Work Setting
DOI: 10.54389/enny6281
Institution: Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Language: English
Subfield: Communication
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: gold
OpenAlex ID: W4407661343