Knowledge Sharing as a Moderator Variable with Organizational Memory to Influence Organizational Innovation: A Descriptive Survey Study in the Federal Integrity Commission in Basrah Governorate
Keywords:
Organizational Memory, Knowledge Sharing, Organizational innovation, Federal Integrity CommissionAbstract
This study investigates the impact of organizational memory on organizational innovation, with knowledge sharing as a moderating factor, in the Federal Integrity Commission in Basrah Governorate. Using a descriptive survey method, data were collected from 260 employees via comprehensive sampling. The research utilized validated questionnaires on organizational memory (Yu et al., 2013; Al-Faouri et al., 2014), knowledge sharing (Hongming et al., 2007), and organizational innovation (Feiz et al., 2019). Cronbach’s alpha coefficients exceeded 0.70, confirming tool reliability. The results revealed that organizational memory positively influences innovation, and knowledge sharing significantly moderates this relationship. These findings highlight the importance of fostering both memory and knowledge sharing to enhance innovation within organizations.
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