The Feasibility Study of Implementation of Knowledge Management in the Research Institute of Petroleum Industry

The present research aimed at investigation of the feasibility of implementation of Knowledge Management in the Research Institute of Petroleum Industry. Data was gathered by means of a researcher-made questionnaire consisting of 51 items. The research sample consisted of 130 researchers. Preparedness of the institute was investigated from two angles: 1. The Organizational Culture, consisting of the organizational structure and its IT support; 2. The personnel belief in usefulness and ease of implementation of KM processes. Results of the study revealed lack of preparedness in the RIPI regarding the first viewpoint; however, it seems that the RIPI is prepared in regards with the second viewpoint.