THE ROLE OF KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT PROCESSES IN ENHANCING EXCELLENCE MANUFACTURING PERFORMANCE

ABSTRACT
Current study aims to examine the role of knowledge management
processes in enhancing excellence manufacturing performance in the recycling
sector of Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Depending on quantitative approach ,100
questionnaires were distributed among administrative leaders of 50 factories in
recycling industry sector , by using SPSS program and a binary logistic
regression model. Results of the study indicate a positive influence of
knowledge management processes on operational excellence. Results also
reveal that Organizations will be able to optimize their operations and improve
productivity if they can leverage and apply the cumulative knowledge of their
employees. Consequently, the overall model is statistically is significant,as
Indicated by a -2 Log likelihood of 38.66 anda Chi-square value of
10.724(p=0.02),with a Nagelkerke R2 of 0.48,meaning that knowledge
management processes in the model explain 48% of the variance in
manufacturing performance . Indeed, this study identified that employee-to
employee knowledge-sharing and collaboration develop a sort of synergy,
which exaggerates the benefits of Knowledge Management initiatives. From
these insights, this study develops actionable recommendations for
practitioners on investment priorities in Knowledge Management systems and
in engaging leadership in Knowledge Management processes. An environment
of shared knowledge and continuous learning is very liable to provide
sustainable performances through improvements. Aligning Knowledge
Management initiatives with broader organizational goals and environmental
sustainability objectives can further enhance the impact of these practices.
Ultimately, this research offers a roadmap for capitalizing on Knowledge
Management as a strategic asset in the pursuit of operational efficiency and
sustainability within the recycling sector.
Key words: Knowledge management, Manufacturing performance, Binary
Logistic Regression, Kurdistan Region. Recycling sector