Practical & Proven Knowledge Management
Welcome to DariusKM - Unlocking Organisations' Knowledge Potential for almost 25 years.
Expert Knowledge Management Solutions for a Smarter, More Efficient Future
Are you tired of watching valuable expertise walk out the door? Frustrated by repeated mistakes that could have been avoided? DariusKM is your answer to these critical business challenges.
With nearly a quarter-century of hands-on experience in Knowledge Management (KM), I offer bespoke training, consultancy, and executive coaching services. My mission? To equip your organisation with proven tools and techniques that transform how you capture, share, and leverage your most valuable asset - knowledge.
Why Choose DariusKM?
Global Expertise: Over 24 years of experience across continents
Proven Track Record: Helped hundreds of businesses optimise their operations
Tailored Solutions: From Fortune 500 giants to agile start-ups, I adapt my approach to your unique needs
Focus on Results: Implement strategic Knowledge Acquisition and Lessons Learned processes that drive real business outcomes
Don't let another day go by watching your organisational knowledge slip away. Let's work together to harness the full potential of your knowledge capital and propel your business towards a smarter, more efficient future.
Comprehensive Knowledge Management Expertise
With nearly 25 years of experience, I offer a full spectrum of KM solutions tailored to your organisation's needs. My expertise includes:
Knowledge Acquisition - Capture, store, and share critical tacit knowledge before it walks out the door. Don't lose decades of experience when key staff retire or move on.
Expert Prioritisation - Identify and focus on your most valuable knowledge sources. Ensure you're capturing the right expertise from the right people at the right time.
Lessons Learned Process - Transform past experiences into future successes. Conduct effective reviews, validate lessons, and ensure they're shared and applied across your organisation.
Communities of Practice - Cultivate vibrant knowledge-sharing networks. Set up, facilitate, and maintain communities that drive innovation and best practice sharing.
Knowledge Auditing - Identify knowledge risks before they become critical. Pinpoint areas where knowledge loss could significantly impact your business.
KM Benchmarking - Assess your KM maturity against industry standards. Identify strengths to leverage and weaknesses to address in your KM strategy.
People Pages - Connect your workforce to the right expertise. Implement systems that help staff quickly find and engage with in-house experts.
Peer Assists - Facilitate knowledge sharing between project teams. Ensure lessons from one part of your organisation benefit others.
Storytelling for Knowledge Sharing - Harness the power of narrative. Use compelling stories to make knowledge stick and drive behavioural change.
Non-IT Dependent KM - Implement effective KM without relying solely on technology. Discover how people and processes are the true drivers of successful KM.
KM Programme Implementation - Benefit from lessons learned across 24 years of corporate KM experience. Avoid common pitfalls and fast-track your KM success.
Let's tailor these proven approaches to your unique organisational needs. Contact Darius today to start your journey towards effective Knowledge Management.
About Darius Baria
Your global Knowledge Management partner with a legacy of expertise over almost a quarter of a century
For over two decades, I've been at the forefront of Knowledge Management, helping organisations worldwide harness their collective wisdom and expertise. My journey in KM began in 2000, and since then, I've become a recognised international authority in the field.
From Aerospace Giants to Start-ups: A Diverse Portfolio
As the former Head of Knowledge Management Services for Rolls-Royce plc, I've honed my skills in one of the world's most knowledge-intensive industries. This experience has been the launchpad for a consulting career that spans:
Global Corporations: NASA, GE Oil & Gas, Airbus, Tata, Petronas, Fujitsu
Energy Sector: British Energy, National Grid
Defence: BAE Systems, UK Army, Royal Air Force
Finance: Barclays, HSBC
Public Sector: Learning Skills Council
SMEs and Startups: From local businesses to innovative one-person operations
My expertise has taken me across continents, from Europe to Asia, the Middle East to Australia and America. I've had the privilege of working with diverse cultures and business environments, adapting KM strategies to suit unique organisational needs.
Internationally Recognised Thought Leader
My contributions to the field of Knowledge Management extend beyond consulting:
Author: Published in books and journals, sharing insights and best practices
Speaker: Presented at international events across five continents
Educator: Invited to share expertise at prestigious institutions, including Harvard University
Specialisations That Drive Results
I'm particularly known for my work in:
Knowledge Acquisition: Capturing critical expertise before it's lost
Lessons Learned Techniques: Turning past experiences into future successes
Business Quality Improvements: Enhancing operations and saving money through effective KM
Whether you're a multinational corporation or a budding entrepreneur, my approach to KM is tailored to deliver tangible results for your organisation. Let's work together to unlock the full potential of your organisation's knowledge capital.
Some of the Organisations I have helped
Testimonials
"My colleagues and I found it extremely interesting and immensely useful to have the complexities (of knowledge management) stripped away to expose such practical and sensible techniques.“
~ Phil Bissett, Lt Cdr, Royal Navy, Royal Military College of Science
"This was an excellent session with lots of practical examples of people making progress with KM and actually having a handle on what it is worth to them.”
~ Andy Boyd, Shell Group
"The delegates thought that Darius' approach was very relevant, simple to apply and practical. An apparent favourite with the audience the presentation gained the accolades "Best in Class! Best KM practitioner", "Excellent presentation. Bring him on again!" and "Excellent presenter!“
~ Michelle Ling, Conference Producer - KM Asia
"The session was very different and revealing to several participants; and further strengthened the point that KM is not high tech and is only common sense.“
~ Ravi Arora, Tata Quality Management Services
"Darius Baria is very professional, passionate and knowledgeable, and the work he has done is something we are keen to learn from and take forward.“
~ Ian Forsyth, BAE Land Systems
Feedback from Delegates at a Keynote Speech at a Knowledge Management Conference in Sydney, Australia:
Wonderfully entertaining and relevant
Good focus – exhibited behaviours, not just talk
Interesting
AWESOME!
Very worthwhile – great presentation!
A real winner. Very funny. Sensational. And oh so true!
Brilliant!
Good common sense – very entertaining
Great presentation, information was real. Great presenter! Would have been great to attend his masterclass
A great entertaining end
Great presentation
Very entertaining
Some very practical tips
FUNTASTIC! Brave, informative and entertaining
Very entertaining
Simple clear message, delivered with the right dollop of humour
Someone who knows how to use PowerPoint effectively and great presentation
The best presentation I’ve ever seen!!!!!
Great materials
Excellent speaker
Good clear presentation
Excellent! Very entertaining, engaging and relevant. Great to hear from a ‘non IT’ focussed perspective of IT
High energy and well presented