Ontology-Based Knowledge Sharing in Flexible Supply Networks

Appearance of flexible supply networks can be considered as a response to changes in global markets. Networks can be seen as a step beyond the linear supply chain topography. However, when dealing with multiple organizations and multiple processes within a complicated network, identifying and locating a member that has responsibility and/or competence in a particular part of the network can be a laborious, time-consuming process. Knowledge sharing is aimed to assist in solving this problem. An approach presented is based on application of such technologies as ontology and context management to knowledge sharing.