The Effect of Information Technology on Knowledge Management by Empowerment Mediating in National Iranian Drilling Company

Abstract

The world has entered a new era; organizations are faced with<br />new challenges and traditional principles upon which economic powered<br />and was a key factor in business success, is no longer valid. Knowledge<br />becomes a major factor in competition and intellectual property has been<br />sustained competitive advantage. This paper examines the relationship<br />between information technology and knowledge management, directly<br />and indirectly mediated by empowerment in National Iranian Drilling<br />Company. Questionnaire based on confirmatory factor analysis and<br />reliability was measured by Cronbach's alpha. Population of 300 experts<br />and administrators were appointed. 163 questionnaires were collected.<br />The results of this study indicate that information technology has positive<br />and significant relationship with knowledge management directly and<br />indirectly through empowerment. According to this research, suggestions<br />for managers and future researchers are offered.