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Data - Knowledge - information - Coggle Diagram
Data - Knowledge - information
Data
definition
Data refers to raw, unprocessed facts and figures that have no meaning on their own.
Key Characteristics:
Unorganized
Context-free
Can be numbers, text, images, etc.
Example:
A list of match scores: 2, 1, 3, 0
Information
Definition:
Information is data that has been processed, organized, or structured to give it meaning.
Key Characteristics:
Contextualized
Organized
Useful for decision-making
Example:
“Team A won 3 out of 4 matches this season”
Knowledge
Definition:
Information is data that has been processed, organized, or structured to give it meaning.
Key Characteristics:
Experience-based
Actionable
Helps with decision-making and problem-solving
Example:
“Team A performs better when using an attacking strategy”
Difference Between Information Management (IM) and Knowledge Management (KM)
Information Management (IM)
Managing data & information
Explicit (documents, databases)
Store, organize, retrieve
Databases, document systems
Knowledge Management (KM)
Managing knowledge & expertise
Tacit + Explicit (experience + data)
Share, create, apply knowledge
Collaboration tools, training, mentoring
📚 Suggested Sources
Academic Source
:
Benson, V. & Davis, K. – Business Information Management (Bookboon, Chapters 2 & 4)
Practical/Industry Sources:
IBM – Knowledge management practices
Deloitte – Insights on KM strategies
Real-Life Example: Soccer
1. Data (Raw Facts in Soccer)
Definition (in context):Unprocessed match or player statistics.
Examples
:
Number of goals: 2
Passes completed: 45
Possession: 60%
Shots on target: 8
2. Information (Processed Data)
Definition (in context):Data that has been analyzed to show performance.
Examples:
“Team A dominated possession with 60%”
“Player X completed the most passes in the match”
“The team created more chances but missed opportunities”
Knowledge (Actionable Insight)
Definition (in context):Understanding gained from information that helps make decisions.
Examples:
“We need to improve finishing in front of goal”
“Playing through midfield increases our chances”
“Player X should play as a central midfielder”