TO EXPLORE THE IMPACT OF KNOWLEDGE HIDING TOWARDS ENTREPRENEURIAL INTENTIONS - AN EMPIRICAL STUDY OF SOFTWARE INDUSTRY

Abstract

Knowledge is the basic pillar or foundation for getting a competitive advantage. Taking, loading, distributing (sharing) and using of the knowledge have progressively become vital part of most firms’ knowledge management approach. Moreover, there are many studies founded on knowledge sharing but the concept of knowledge hiding is still untouched. Therefore, no study has been conducted to check the response of behavior intentions and knowledge hiding of individuals. This research study will contribute towards the literature gap by providing a theoretical or empirical outline based on literature appraisal. Individuals working in different organizations hide knowledge from colleagues to maintain own portfolio. It is a quantitative study. Companies that run-in software business or industry is considered amongst the knowledge founded in which employees required to possess particular knowledge and skills.