Abstract:
This study examined the influence of knowledge generation on strategy implementation in public sector
organizations in Kenya, with a focus on the Kenya Bureau of Standards. Government institutions generate vast
amounts of knowledge; however, they lack structured frameworks for knowledge generation leading to
inefficiencies in strategy implementation. The study was guided by Resource-based view theory. The study
adopted mixed-methods research design, incorporating descriptive, case study, and correlational approaches
to allow for both broad and in-depth exploration of the study variables. The research was conducted at KEBS
offices countrywide, with a target population of 1,080 employees. A pilot study was done at Nakuru with 36
participants, while the final sample size was 292 employees. Stratified random sampling was used to ensure a
diverse representation of employees across various departments. Primary data was collected using structured
questionnaires and in-depth interviews, while secondary data was obtained from policy documents,
institutional reports, and relevant literature. Quantitative data analysis involved descriptive and inferential
statistics using SPSS. Descriptive statistics, including measures of central tendency, frequency distributions,
and percentages, were used to summarize data. Inferential analysis, including correlation and multiple
regressions were conducted to assess the relationships between knowledge management practices and strategy
implementation. Qualitative data was analyzed thematically to provide deeper insights into the impact of
knowledge management on strategic processes. Overall, the study showed that effective knowledge generation
positively influences strategy implementation in the public sector. The results revealed that knowledge
generation is a moderate, significant and positive influencer of strategy implementation. The study
recommended that the organization’s management review its knowledge generation policy to update and align
it to the strategic goals of the organization.
