Topic – Demystifying Complex Adaptive Systems

Complex Adaptive Systems (CAS) have been lurking around the KM space for some time.  However, many people are yet to explore their significance or understand the application of the theories around them.  Although emerging from highly theoretical beginnings, the concepts behind them are beginning to be used to help decision-making and strategy.  This session will be conducted as an interview, where Dr. Markus Fietz from CSIRO will answer questions from the interviewer as well as the audience.

·   What are Complex Adaptive Systems?

·   Why would I want to use them in my organization?

·   Who uses CAS to make a practical difference in their organisation?

·   How do models based on natural systems have application to human environments?

Agenda:  July 22nd

6:00-6:30      Networking with other thinking collaborators (over drinks and nibbles).

6:30-7:15      Dr. Markus Fietz – Demystifying Complex Adaptive Systems

7:15-8:00      Informal conversation amongst the group to explore the ideas and concepts.

Venue: 

RMIT Graduate School of Business, 300 Queen Street. Melbourne

Lecture room 158.1.2c (Ground level – just behind reception).

Ample metered street parking nearby in Queen Street (between La Trobe and Little Lonsdale).

RSVP: by email to melbournekmlf@gmail.com

About our Guest Speaker

Dr. Markus Fietz is R&D manager and Deputy Director of CSIRO Minerals.  He has a background in Knowledge Management and coordinates a large portfolio of research programs across Australia and with other business partners.

Wednesday June 24

Topic - Knowledge Degradation

Has knowledge been downgraded in organisations? This session considers how the field of knowledge management considers the nature of knowledge and the value placed upon knowledge within organisations. Discussion will be encouraged regarding issues such as knowledge retention and knowledge loss and whether modern organisations have the capacity to nurture deep knowledge. Some typical questions for discussion are outlined below:

·   How do organisations value knowledge?

·   Is there scope for creating greater depth of knowledge within a modernist organisation?

·   Does depth of knowledge affect organisational performance?

Agenda:

6:00-6:30      Networking with other thinking collaborators (over drinks and nibbles).

6:30-7:15      Judith Watson – Knowledge degradation

7:15-8:00      Explore the ideas and concepts with Judith and others over more drinks & nibbles.

Venue: 

RMIT Graduate School of Business, 300 Queen Street. Melbourne

Lecture room 158.2.5 (one level up from reception).

Ample metered street parking nearby in Queen Street (between La Trobe and Little Lonsdale).

RSVP: by email to melbournekmlf@gmail.com

About our Guest Speaker

Judith Watson is Principal Consultant of Distinctive Edge Consulting and Training Services (DECS). She is also an author of a publication entitled “What Value HR?” and has consulted to numerous public and private sector organisations and has built a reputation for developing unique models and frameworks that can be applied in the learning knowledge and HR arenas. Judith is also an adjunct lecturer in the MBA for RMIT and is currently pursuing post graduate research in the area of knowledge degradation.

Frank Connelly has kindly invited members of KMLF to attend two events at VPSCIN.
Here are the details:

http://www.vpscin.org/?p=2039

http://www.vpscin.org/?p=2088

Matching Collaboration Tools and Culture

Stuart French

May 27

If you read anything on the implementation of KM or Social Media tools in your business, you will come across the statement “A compatible corporate culture is critical for success.”

So what is corporate culture?

Can you describe yours in 3 dot-points?

This interactive session discusses ways to think about the concept of corporate culture and identify possible conflicts and compatibilities with Enterprise 2.0 tools.  It is based on a case study of an Australian, high-tech SME and is underwritten by findings from the speaker’s Masters Thesis on Wiki use in Small to Medium Enterprise.

Agenda:

6:00-6:30          Networking with other thinking collaborators (over drinks and nibbles).

6:30-7:15          Stuart French: Matching Collaboration Tools and Culture

7:15-8:00          Explore the ideas and concepts with Stu and others over more drinks & nibbles.

Venue: 

RMIT Graduate School of Business, 300 Queen Street. Melbourne

Lecture room 158.2.5 (one level up from reception).

Ample metered street parking nearby in Queen Street (between La Trobe and Little Lonsdale).

RSVP: by email to melbournekmlf@gmail.com

About our guest speaker:

Stuart is the IT/KM Projects manager at Daniels Sharpsmart, an Australian based global business in the medical waste technology industry.  An avid KM’er and enthusiastic participant in a range of social networking forums, he has just completed his Masters Degree in KM.  His research project investigating the impacts of wikis on the culture of the organisation has highlighted a number of interesting perspectives in how we can motivate others to become involved in better knowledge interactions.

On the 22nd April we were treated to an outstanding night of wine and cheese in the name of knowledge transfer initiatives. The guys at Chandon recounted one of the most amazing peer assist activities I’ve seen in some time but without calling it one. It’s called the Victorian Pinot Noir Workshop. It’s a gathering of Pinot makers once a year, each bringing their unfinished wines to be critiqued by their colleagues. More than 60 people attend. Their objective is to increase the overall standing of Victorian pinots. Here are the slides from the presentation.

Thanks to Matt Steel, Mat Janes and Michael Kanizay for a great evening! 

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KMLF is a sponsor of this year’s KM Australia event. Here is the event announcement.

Ark Group is proud to present - The greatest KM event in Australia:

KM Australia - From Diverse Perspectives
4 - 7 August 2009
Crystal Palace, Luna Park, Sydney Australia

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Special International Keynote Presenters
Dave Snowden, Founder and Chief Scientific Officer, Cognitive Edge Pty Ltd

Jeanne Holm, Chief Knowledge Officer, NASA

J. Roberto Evaristo, Knowledge Management Program Office, 3M

Olimpia Salas, Founder and Director, Prospectia

Take advantage of our KMLF Member Offer: Save 15% when you book before 10th July 2009

You don’t need to be a KM professional to feel at home - At ‘KM Australia - From Diverse Perspectives’, knowledge management comes in all shapes and sizes. This year, we have made a bold move to examine all disciplines that KM affects and which consequently affect KM. See how KM affects you in your role and organisation! As always, you will still see developments in KM practices linked with collaborative and innovative working techniques; and this year’s event will allow for even more interaction, innovation and networking than in past years. From the UK to South America, hear from our group of acclaimed international keynotes representing NASA, 3M, Cognitive Edge and Prospectia

What delegates had to say about KM Australia 2008:

“Well done! A great conference with a broad array of speakers. The overseas speakers added so much value!”  - Department of Innovation, Industry & Regional Development

“Very useful! A good mix of sound practical case studies and learnings with KM theory and basic principles” - Powerlink QLD

“The quality of speakers has been well above other conferences. Thank you!” - NSW Treasury

“Fantastic networking opportunities - loved the KM Arena” - ElectraNet

KM Australia – From Diverse Perspectives will allow you to:

• Hear world leaders in KM delve into opportunities and challenges in collaborative working, distributed computing, strategic management and decision making Network and connect with KM professionals from around the globe
• Hear results proven case studies from Australian practitioners, and learn how they achieved KM buy-in within their organisations
• Explore KM toolsets and their practical application within business
• Get hands-on experience through attending our pre and post-conference workshops, where you’ll have the opportunity to work with the best in the field of knowledge management
• Share experiences during intense interactive sessions including a one on one debate, KM method cards activity, and World Knowledge Café
• Improve your understanding of how to achieve enterprise-wide knowledge sharing and collaboration

We hope you can join the Ark Group and other KM Professionals at KM Australia - From Different Perspectives. Knowledge Management is important to every organisation. Contact Ark Group Australia today to discover more about this exciting conference and how vital KM can be for your role within your organisation.

For further information or to request a brochure, please respond to aga@arkgroupasia.com or call +61 1300 550 662

Ark Knowledge Management Team
www.arkgroupaustralia.com.au

We are liaising with the Project Management Institute to facilitate a discussion about the opportunities to use projects as a vehicle to knowledge transfer into organisations and the impact of this approach.  More on this very soon.  Date : To be confirmed at the RMIT Graduate School of Business, 300 Queen Street.

KMLF Event: April 22

Estates and Wines Aus & NZ

Level 1/49 Elizabeth St, Richmond

Right next to North Richmond station, ample of street parking nearby.

PLEASE NOTE:     This event is restricted to 40 members only.

To attend you must RSVP, so reply quickly!

Agenda:

6:00-6:30  Wine Tasting led by Matt Steel.

6:30-7:00  Matt Steel: The role of Communities of Practice in the winemaking community

7:00-7:20  Mat Janes: The combined business approach to creating and maintaining a knowledge base on key media figures and publications within the wine business

Drinks & nibbles afterwards. The wine tasting on the night will focus on 2 sparkling wines and 2 still wines from Domaine Chandon.

About our guest speakers:

Matt Steel Senior wine maker for Domaine Chandon.

Matt is responsible for all wine production at Domaine Chandon. He joined the wine-making team in 2004, and was appointed Senior Winemaker in 2008. His extensive experience in the Yarra Valley, and exposure to some of the best wineries around the world including vintages in Beaujolais and Alsace, along with Domaine Meo Camuzet in Vosne Romanee, have seen him make major contributions to the excellent quality of Chandon’s range of still and sparkling wines. Since joining the team Matt has extended the range of still wines produced at Chandon from Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Shiraz to include Sauvignon Blanc and a vibrant Pinot Noir Rosé. Matt’s involvement in wine also extends to show judging.

Mat Janes Public Relations Executive, Estates and Wines ANZ

Mat who is responsible for marketing Domaine Chandon and Cape Mentelle originally worked in the hospitality industry for more than ten years. He owned and operated a cafe in Margaret River for five years before making the change to the wine industry. After three years working in a marketing role for the Cape Mentelle winery in Margaret River Mat took a Public Relations role in the Yarra Valley with Domaine Chandon in 2006. This role involves a broad range of marketing and public relations tasks across the Estates and Wines portfolio of wine businesses.

About our hosts

Estates & Wines Asia Pacific, Australia and New Zealand, is owned by Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy, the world’s largest luxury goods producer. The group is made up of Domaine Chandon, Green Point, (VIC) Cape Mentelle (WA) & Cloudy Bay (NZ).

Ross Dawson will be delivering an Enterprise 2.0 Executive Briefing in Melbourne on Thursday 5 March, and is offering a discount for our members.

If you are interested in attending, please register with a discount code of “PARTNER”,  and you will receive a 50% discount ($70 + GST instead of $140 + GST).

The event takes place at 12:00 to 2:00 pm, and includes a CIO panel on Enterprise 2.0. See the full details on the Future Exploration Network site here.