Applied Knowledge Group Noted in Microsoft SharePoint® Case Study Highlighting the FAA

The Applied Knowledge Group, Inc. (AKG) (www.akgroup.com) was recognized by Microsoft Corporation in a recently published case study discussing the adoption and use of SharePoint technology by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The FAA’s extraordinarily successful implementation of the SharePoint technology, the Knowledge Services Network (KSN), is based on knowledge management principles and collaborative technology adoption best practices. AKG provides services to support KSN, including technical integration, training and adoption.

The new Microsoft case study (http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4381063) details the use of Windows SharePoint Services by the Aircraft Evaluation Groups (AEG) to accelerate airworthiness reviews and streamline external industry collaboration on aircraft maintenance and certification for the Boeing 777 aircraft.

Andy Campbell, President of AKG said “We at AKG are extremely proud of our role in KSN. It gives testimony to the fact that technology alone does not automatically guarantee results. Appropriately crafting the adoption strategy as a cornerstone of collaborative technology implementation is critical.” Campbell also added “Ron Simmons (principal developer of KSN) understands the role of people, process and learning along with technology and it shows in the growth and development of KSN.”

About Applied Knowledge Group, Inc.

AKG, a Microsoft®Certified Partner, is a turnkey solutions integrator focused entirely on collaboration, change management, and information sharing, specifically engaged in SharePoint® implementation and adoption. We know how to help people work together more effectively, how to take advantage of communications technology, and how to make knowledge accessible.

AKG also integrates team behaviors, processes, and leadership skills with technology training and SharePoint adoption best practices. The AKG staff has the expertise necessary to help clients get the most out of their SharePoint investment. AKG was formed to help clients manage and lead globally dispersed work groups, and successfully handle the challenges of knowledge management across an organization.