Role of Blockchain in Secure Knowledge Management

Purpose: The general objective of the study was to analyze the role of blockchain in secure knowledge management. Methodology: The study adopted a desktop research methodology. Desk research refers to secondary data or that which can be collected without fieldwork. Desk research is basically involved in collecting data from existing resources hence it is often considered a low cost technique as compared to field research, as the main cost is involved in executive’s time, telephone charges and directories. Thus, the study relied on already published studies, reports and statistics. This secondary data was easily accessed through the online journals and library. Findings: The findings reveal that there exists a contextual and methodological gap relating to the role of blockchain in secure knowledge management. Preliminary empirical review revealed that blockchain technology offered significant benefits in enhancing data security, integrity, and transparency across sectors such as healthcare, finance, supply chain, and education. Blockchain's decentralized ledger and cryptographic techniques ensured tamper-proof data storage and improved traceability of knowledge assets. Despite challenges like scalability and regulatory issues, blockchain's potential to streamline operations, foster collaboration, and enhance data interoperability remains pivotal for future innovations in knowledge management practices. Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The Game Theory, Diffusion of Innovations Theory and Institutional Theory may be used to anchor future studies on the role of blockchain in secure knowledge management. The study made significant contributions across theory, practice, and policy. It advanced theoretical understanding by exploring new models integrating blockchain with distributed ledger technology, enhancing data security and transparency in knowledge sharing. In practice, organizations benefited from streamlined processes through blockchain-based systems for document verification and intellectual property management. Policy recommendations emphasized integrating blockchain into regulatory frameworks to ensure compliance and protect privacy. Organizational integration strategies focused on building internal capabilities and fostering a culture of innovation. Educational initiatives prepared future professionals with blockchain skills, while global collaboration efforts aimed to establish international standards for interoperability and data security. These efforts collectively aimed to maximize blockchain's potential in secure knowledge management.