Abstract

Research that examines the correlation of human resource management practices and knowledge management showed inconsistencies in findings, and differences in perspective in understanding those two variables. Previous studies confirmed the effect of HRM practices on knowledge management in organizations. However, a number of studies did not show a significant effect between the two. Therefore, a study of the development of socio-cultural factors is needed to strengthen this practice. The authors propose the concept of collaborative agility capital developed from a synthesis of social exchange theory and resource-based theory of organization. This competency is expected to contribute meaningfully to improve the quality of knowledge management process in the organization. This article also provides direction on research to test this conceptual novelty.

Keywords: Collaborative agility capital
Knowledge management
 HRM practices
Social exchange theory
 Resource-based theory of  organization