Sri Lanka gem & jewelry industry has played a very significant role in the country's economy. It has been one of the top sources of foreign exchange earnings for several consecutive years with an annual growth of more than 7%. With the close co-operation of Government and the private sector, impressive growth figures are expected to continue for many more years. The National Gem and Jewelry Authority's role in facilitating & promoting the industry has built a strong foundation for it.
Knowledge management is another strategic factor in sustaining the success of Sri Lanka's gem and jewellery industry, under close consultation with the private sector representatives and trade associations. This is essential to meet the challenges posed by rapid globalization. In order to remain as one of the world's leading gem producing and jewelry manufacturing countries stake holders should take all aspects of the industry in to consideration.
They include knowledge in gemology, technology, fashion, trends, design and marketing. Knowledge management programs are intended to achieve specific outcomes, such as improving performance of SME's, skills up gradation at all levels, creating higher levels of innovation and competitive advantage for stakeholders.
Knowledge always exists in one form or another and it need to be managed and transfered to all stake holders at all levels of gem and jewelry industry in an effective, proper and most beneficial way. knowledge management is a continually evolving discipline, which include corporate libraries, workshops, seminars, on the job peer discussions and professional training programs.
Having realized the importance of knowledge management, National Gem and Jewelry Authority is committed to assist all the stake holders in what ever possible way to reap its optimum benefits.
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