A novel competency - based ontology for enterprise knowledge modeling

ABSTRACT: Enterprise competency refers to knowledge that describes the skills and abilities possessed by a particular enterprise. This dissertation proposes a new framework for intra-enterprise competency modelling. First, formal definitions of enterprise competency and related aspects (i.e. resource, activity, and knowledge) are presented. Second, conceptual sub-categories (i.e. capability, cross-functional co-ordination, and cross-functional integration) are discussed for the purposes of capability and competency modelling. The framework is illustrated by developing a competency knowledgebase for a bicycle plant with two sectors. Furthermore, the developed competency-based ontology is employed as knowledgebase for developing an RFID-enabled intelligent distributed manufacturing control system. The competency knowledgebase provides information important to decision-making, and can act as an indicator for an enterprise’s willingness to engage in robust collaboration. Keywords: Enterprise modelling, enterprise architecture, knowledge management, competency modelling, capability modelling. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………