Harnessing Knowledge Accessibility for Enhanced Employee Productivity in Ogun State Universities: A Human Capital Perspective

Abstract

This research explores the nexus between employee knowledge accessibility and productivity within Ogun State's university setting, with a focus on sustainable human capital management strategies. Utilizing a survey research design, data were gathered via a self-administered questionnaire from 586 academic and non-academic staff members across four universities. Simple random sampling was employed, and the research instrument's validity was confirmed with an average variance of 0.831. The Cronbach's alpha value exceeded 0.70, indicating high reliability. Descriptive and inferential statistics, including simple linear regression analysis, were applied to analyze the data. The results reveal a significant positive correlation between knowledge accessibility and employee productivity (β = 0.475, t = 10.717, p < 0.05), corroborating existing literature on the benefits of effective knowledge accessibility. The study underscores the critical role of knowledge accessibility in achieving organizational goals. The findings emphasize the importance of a systematic approach to knowledge management, encompassing acquisition, organization, application, sharing, and renewal of both tacit and explicit knowledge. This approach can enhance organizational adaptability, increase the value of products and services, and boost employee productivity. The study's implications for human capital management in universities are significant, recommending that institutions prioritize knowledge accessibility to enhance employee productivity and organizational performance, ultimately gaining a competitive advantage and achieving sustainable development.