The entire decision making process is based on the outcome of forecasting, which is a knowledge/data intensive activity. Knowledge management plays a major role in the planning phase of a project. Based on the available information, forecasters guide decision makers in making complex decisions in the business world that is characterized by increased risks and uncertainty. If the forecasting is flawed, the project falls under considerable risk. The existing system lacked the workflows required for the creation, management, and preservation of research data for the Oncology department. Our client was in great need for a more effective data collection tool that could support the volume of data generated and could provide appropriate calculation, privacy and access controls.

Implementation of the Knowledge Management tool promoted transparency in research and improved research methodologies for concerned teams of Doctors and Scientists. For example, analysis of research findings shared via Knowledge Management tool could identify over studied fields where continued research has diminishing returns, thus helping individuals make better decisions about research investment. Aggregated research data could make such efficiencies clear. Also, the form and quantity of data/information available across a single tool could make possible significant advancement in addressing various challenges.