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A. Chandra Mohan ¹, M. Valliammal ², S. K. Manivannan ³

Affiliations
1 School of Management, SRM University, Chennai 603203, IN
2 SRM B-School, SRM University, Chennai 600026, IN
3 School of Management, SRM University, Chennai 603 203, IN

Abstract

Knowledge management often encompasses identifying and mapping intellectual assets within the organization, generating new knowledge for competitive advantage within the organization, making vast amounts of corporate information accessible, sharing of best practices, and technology that enables all of the above - including groupware and intranets. Globally, knowledge has become the most important factor in economic development and knowledge assets are considered essential for economic growth, competitive advantage, human development and quality of human life. Knowledge management presents HRM with the opportunity to become pivotal to the strategic management of the organization and a catalyst for knowledge creation and building value. This involves more than just re-labeling Human Resources - it is a fundamental paradigmatic shift for HRM and senior management. Thus this paper is to promote the ideas of applying Knowledge Management to EHRM solutions. It is to provide business organizations with pragmatic understanding about integrating knowledge management strategy and technologies in Human Resource Management for successful performance.

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S. K. Manivannan ¹, M. Valliammal ²

Affiliations
1 Faculty of Management, SRM University, Vadapalani, Chennai – 600026, Tamil Nadu, IN
2 R and D Center, Bharathiar University, SRM B-School, Coimbatore - 641046, Tamil Nadu, IN

Abstract

Objective: This research is focused on community pharmacy as a business proposal for the Self Help Groups, which help them not only as a business, but also reduce their own families and communities’ dependence on commercially operated pharmacies for the majority of health needs. The key factors that can be used by policy makers to select the groups who can run the business are explored in the study. Methods: A descriptive empirical research method was followed and analysis of data carried out using SPSS statistical package. Findings: The findings include that the group members’ demographic factors contribute much to their opting for community pharmacy. Improvements: The suggestions include the characteristics of the group members to be focused on by government agencies and the practical steps to start and grow the business through.

Keywords

Community Pharmacy, Jan Aushadhi, Self-help Groups

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