The transfer and reuse of tacit knowledge is important in every organisation. As universities are\nan important part of our society and play a significant role in the transfer of tacit knowledge, it is\nvital that teaching staff engage in transferring tacit knowledge not only to their students but also\namongst their peers too. This research paper explores whether the transfer of tacit knowledge\nshould be made mandatory and a key performance indicator in the annual performance appraisal\nof academic staff. As academics are classified as knowledge workers, this study has gathered\nprimary data through interviews of teaching staff in four post 1992 Australian universities. The\nfindings have revealed there is a high level of discontent towards making tacit knowledge transfer\nmandatory particularly because it can be challenging to measure. The paper outlines multiple\nrecommendations that can create and promote a tacit knowledge sharing culture in universities,\nlargely driven by motivation and encouragement by senior management.
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