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Influences and barriers to information sharing: a theoretical perspective

The interest in information sharing in organization environments is increasing, since investments in such area may contribute to growth and development. In this sense, based on a literature review, the paper identifies and analyzes the major influences and barriers to information sharing in organizations. Based on such review of the literature there is a reflection on the main factors influencing information exchange among individuals in organizational contexts. The main influences and barriers to information sharing are analized from the perspective of knowledge governance.

Information culture; Information behavior; Information sharing; Barriers and influences to information sharing


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