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202: ‘Knowledge Management is Everyone‘s Job’, with Katie Robinson and Christopher Parsons

Aug 26, 2025
Katie Robinson, Chief Marketing Officer at LS3P, and Christopher Parsons, CEO at Knowledge Architecture, dive into the evolution of knowledge management in the AEC industry. They discuss how LS3P transformed their data initiatives into strategic advantages, highlighting the innovative “Expert Hours” program that captures expert insights for broader sharing. The duo also emphasizes the role of AI in democratizing access to knowledge and fostering collaboration across teams, ultimately enhancing employee development and operational efficiency.
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INSIGHT

Low‑Lift Project Role With High Impact

  • Data manager is a project role taken by emerging professionals, not overhead staff.
  • The role needs only ~20–30 hours per year and doubles as mentorship and learning.
ADVICE

Turn Data Into Strategic Dashboards

  • Use centralized reporting (Power BI) to turn collected data into strategic dashboards for finance, marketing, and practice leaders.
  • Slice project data to reveal profitability patterns and inform firm strategy.
INSIGHT

Data Supports, Doesn’t Replace, Knowledge

  • Data is not knowledge; data supports knowledge and requires context to explain the why.
  • Combine quantitative reports with qualitative inquiry to uncover causes behind trends.
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