ti4BOK

ti4BOK Knowledge Context is a set of different viewpoints/perspectives, which encircles the ti4BOK knowledge concept to provide supporting information for its appropriate understanding and interpretation. We can understand the concept of ti4BOK from two perspectives/contexts. Let’s make a start, to learn and understand ti4BOK with these two perspectives/contexts, before moving towards the Knowledge Concept, Knowledge Aspects and Knowledge Subjects which constitutes the knowledge chapters in the form of 1 Knowledge Base, 4 Knowledge Themes, 16 Knowledge Streams, 64 Knowledge Objectives and 256 Knowledge Points. 

Whereas the 2nd perspective/context of ti4BOK is completely focused on the "What" part, which means that, what are the key content related to the principal purpose of the ti4BOK initiative in terms of core technology and management theories and concepts.  This context is based on the principle of Ontology. 

ti4BOK Knowledge Ontology represents a dataset encompassing its knowledge domain-specific terms, their synonyms, and semantic association. It acts like a dictionary, but unlike a dictionary, it also contains systematic connections between different entities. it is a logical representation of the overall concept, which enables us to discover various knowledge entities. As an analogy ti4BOK Knowledge Ontology can be seen as a DNA of the ti4BOK concept. 

ti4BOK Foundation stones function as key knowledge entities to build the foundation of ti4BOK. Here are the foundation stones of ti4BOK.

1. ti4BOK Knowledge Object
2. ti4BOK Knowledge Attribute
3. ti4BOK Knowledge Connect
4. ti4BOK Knowledge Collect

ti4BOK Knowledge Attribute is a connected and strongly associated knowledge entity with ti4BOK Knowledge Concept. Attributes are the representation of Values and Believe associated with Concepts. An attribute is an explanation expressed using words, phrases, and sentences to make an equal and exclusive distinction among a variety of alternatives. An attribute is a quality or feature regarded as a characteristic or inherent part of a knowledge concept.  

ti4BOK Knowledge Collect represents a purposeful compilation or collection of Concepts, based on their attributes and relations. Knowledge Collect represents a kind of grouping, categorization, classification, and labeling of knowledge concepts. We can also envision ti4BOK Knowledge Collect as Higher-order / level Knowledge Objects composed of other lower-order / level Objects based on their concepts, attributes, and interconnect.

ti4BOK Knowledge concept is a representation of a psychological construct or an intellectual structure. ti4BOK Knowledge concept is a medium to represent a logical knowledge entity such as a method, model, standard, rule/policy, domain, and function. We have strategically defined and build the concept of ti4BOK, in a simple and systemic way, so as it can be easily explored, navigated, and understood by industry professionals. To make the concept easily understood we have split the concept into various higher order and lower order knowledge entities, as a ti4BOK Knowledge Management Model.   

A life cycle is a sequence of events that brings a new product or service into existence and follows its growth into a mature product with subsequent magnitude stage and decline stage. On this line, the ti4BOK Knowledge lifecycle is about the creation and release of knowledge objects. It's about the process of transforming information into knowledge. it's about, how knowledge is captured and processed as a part of the transforming process.   

ti4BOK Pinpoints are the logical representation to highlight the key concepts of ti4BOK so as we can learn and understand the ti4BOK Knowledge Management Model in a simple and systematic way. ti4BOK is a Knowledge Management Model, which binds all the important aspects and concepts of the fourth to the forthcoming industrial revolution. We can also consider this knowledge management model as a knowledge framework, as it binds the various knowledge entities in close relations to each other.    

ti4BOK has been designed and developed in a modular architecture style. This is the modular architecture, which makes it agile and adaptable. Here are the 4 key elements of ti4BOK modular architecture.

1. ti4BOK Knowledge Block
2. ti4BOK Knowledge Tool
3. ti4BOK Knowledge Workflow
4. ti4BOK Knowledge Outlook

ti4BOK Knowledge Tool represents an interactive view of concepts and their relations meant to assess, assist, and educate its users. A knowledge tool has changeable variable quantity leading to varied knowledge outputs based on knowledge inputs. ti4BOK Knowledge Tool can be seen as a mechanism to navigate the knowledge object on the knowledge map. While exploring the ti4BOK we will find a dedicated ti4BOK section mentioned as “ti4BOK Knowledge Map” which functions as a Knowledge Tool to navigate the various ti4BOK Knowledge Themes and Knowledge Streams.   

ti4BOK Knowledge Outlook is a well-defined and self-sufficient viewpoint of multiple concepts and their relations - irrespective of knowledge content format or knowledge content medium. It could be an article, blog, concept map, web content, digital/social media post, or a knowledge artifact written by a knowledge practitioner. An attribute associated with Knowledge outlook is a criterion based on which we can add a knowledge artifact in a knowledge base. ti4BOK knowledge outlook urges the users with the right knowledge artifacts to learn and understand the diversified knowledge objects.  

We have considered various aspects and influencing factors while deciding to include a wide range of topics and concepts as part of ti4BOK. These various influencing factors are derived from various sources, including but not limited to, our past experiences, industry exposure, and as well as observation and analysis on key industry trends w.r.t. evolving business models and technology evolution.  

ti4BOK's current aspects are related to current ongoing aspects of Industry 4.0 digital transformation. These aspects are related to an enterprise's journey from digitization through digitalization to digital transformation. This is related to the current execution of Industry 4.0 related technology initiatives. It is about the industry now aspects.  

ti4BOK strategy aspects are related to the conceptualization of strategy and its associated functions including but not limited to Strategy Framework, Transformational Leadership to execute digital transformation programs, Operational Excellence, and continuous evolution aligned with changing landscape of business and technology.  

2nd set of ti4BOK aspects is focused on (P-S-P-O) aspects. These are the aspects important to operate an organization by initiating new transformation projects and its sole purpose, which is the creation of products and service delivery to its customers.

1. Product Aspects
2. Services Aspects
3. Project Aspects
4. Operations Aspects

Service aspects are related to the service lifecycle of a service that is offered by an organization. It includes all the phases of a service lifecycle, ranging from strategy, service design, service transition, service operations with an integrated continuous service improvement. 

Operations aspects are related to running an organization, business unit, or function. It includes various attributes of operations excellence ranging from Process Planning and Process Design to Process Execution and Process Optimize with emphasis on lean and agile. 

ti4BOK Knowledge Subject functions as higher-order knowledge elements to navigate the higher-order knowledge chapters. ti4BOK Knowledge Subjects encompasses 4 important knowledge elements based on 4 Knowledge Attributes (Why-What-How-Whare). These 4 important Knowledge Attributes of ti4BOK are: -

1. Why - attribute to establish the purpose of ti4BOK

2. What - attribute to explain the meaning of ti4BOK

3. How - attribute to organize the objects of ti4BOK

4. Where - attribute to navigate the concept of ti4BOK

Moving forward, here are the 4 Knowledge Elements based on 4 Knowledge Attributes (Why-What-How-Whare).

1. Knowledge Vision - based on the "Why" attribute.
2. Knowledge Framework - based on "What" attribute.
3. Knowledge Structure - based on "How" attribute.
4. Knowledge Map - based on "Where" attribute.

Here we can see the further elaboration of "ti4BOK Knowledge Vision" which is going to be elaborated at the next level.

1. ti4BOK Vision - Definition
2. ti4BOK Vision - Dimension
3. ti4BOK Vision - Drivers
4. ti4BOK Vision - Direction

Here we can see the further elaboration of the "ti4BOK Knowledge Framework" which is going to be elaborated at the next level. 

1. ti4BOK Knowledge Domains
2. ti4BOK Knowledge Transformation
3. ti4BOK Knowledge Index
4. ti4BOK Knowledge Artifacts

Here we can see the further elaboration of the "ti4BOK Knowledge Structure" which is going to be elaborated at the next level. 

1. ti4BOK Structure - Level 1
2. ti4BOK Structure - Level 2
3. ti4BOK Structure - Level 3
4. ti4BOK Structure - Level 4

Here we can see the further elaboration of the "ti4BOK Knowledge Map" which is going to be elaborated at the next level. 

1. ti4BOK Knowledge Theme
2. ti4BOK Knowledge Stream
3. ti4BOK Knowledge Objective
4. ti4BOK Knowledge Point

ti4BOK Knowledge Vision - representing the "Why" attribute. 

"Why" is the attribute that emphasizes on, to establish the purpose of ti4BOK. The concept of ti4BOK was visualized and developed by considering the 4 crucial knowledge characteristics of a standardization framework.

Here are the 4 crucial knowledge characteristics of a standardization framework represented by the 4D model, which enabled us to establish the complete vision of ti4BOK.

1. 1st D – Definition – To establish the meaning and Description of the body of knowledge.
2. 2nd D – Drivers – Key Factors and steering forces, which influenced and drive us to take this initiative.
3. 3rd D – Dimension – To design a precise Knowledge Areas coverage plot by including all key aspects of our envisioned strategy.
4. 4th D – Direction – To build a future roadmap for continuous evolution.  

4 Points to reflect ti4BOK Knowledge Vision - Definition. 

1. ti4BOK is a complete set of principles and industry best practices to support the professional domain of fourth to forthcoming industrial revolution.
2. ti4BOK is the principal component for the formation of TIFFAA – The Industry Four Framework And Architecture.
3. ti4BOK is an industry knowledge reference and a concept guide to using its guidelines in different dimensions of industry functions.
4. ti4BOK constructs a big picture by including all the key essential aspects of fourth to forthcoming industrial revolution.

4 Points to reflect ti4BOK Knowledge Vision - Drivers.

1. ti4BOK is a contribution towards Industry & Society in the field of professional learning.
2. Enabling the industry professional to acquire knowledge and build a firm understanding of the core concepts of fourth to forthcoming industrial revolution.
3. To define a single knowledge reference point that covers all the fundamental features of an industrial revolution with its sequential evolution.
4. Define and build a reference for the ecosystem of existing & established industry standards and frameworks relevant to various knowledge areas. 

4 Points to reflect ti4BOK Knowledge Vision - Dimension.

1. ti4BOK is a quiver of diversified concepts of management and technology, which encompasses the complete horizon of an industry ecosystem.
2. ti4BOK touches upon all the 4 aspects of an enterprise, which are People, Process, Tools, and Culture.
3. ti4BOK knowledge chapters include 4 key aspects of an enterprise ranging from Product & Services and to Project & Operations.
4. ti4BOK is defined and developed to cover the wide-ranging lifecycles of various industry functions.

Below 4 points guides us like a lighthouse, to build our future direction roadmap.

1. Continuous Learning - from the diversified sources of Industry & Society. 
2. Agile and adapting – Update the knowledge areas in an agile and adaptive way 
3. Create with Collaborations – Create new knowledge artifacts by collaborating with the industry ecosystem. 
4. Constantly Evolving – Constantly Evolve by sensing the industry trends and Society environments.  

ti4BOK Knowledge Framework - representing the "What" attribute.

"What" is the attribute which emphasizes on to explain the meaning of ti4BOK. ti4BOK Framework is the conceptual representation of key knowledge Blocks which act as a knowledge foundation for ti4BOK. These Knowledge Blocks cover the key aspects of building the ti4BOK Knowledge Framework. ti4BOK Knowledge Framework is about that how we built this concept by considering diversified features of a BOK.

Knowledge Domains represents the range of topics and concepts selected to be part of ti4BOK Knowledge Themes and Streams. Knowledge domains are the foundation for the finalization of ti4BOK Knowledge Themes and Streams. 

Knowledge Transformation is about the way we transform the information of data, acquired from diversified sources into meaningful knowledge to create the intelligence and wisdom of ti4BOK.  

Knowledge index is about the systematic concept and process applied for the nomenclature and taxonomy of knowledge objects to logically locate the knowledge objects in ti4BOK Framework Architecture.   

Knowledge Artifacts are the articles and blogs written on diversified topics related to different Knowledge Streams. These Knowledge Artifacts are written and contributed by our Knowledge Practitioners.  

ti4BOK Knowledge Structure is an arrangement of higher-order Knowledge Objects, composed of lower-order knowledge objects in multiple layers also called levels. This is the next progressing stage to understand the concept of ti4BOK.

Let's visit the next section dedicated to ti4BOK Knowledge Structure.

ti4BOK Knowledge Structure is about the structuring of ti4BOK Knowledge Objects. ti4BOK Knowledge Structure is an arrangement of higher-order Knowledge Objects, composed of lower-order knowledge objects in multiple layers also called levels. Further, these knowledge objects have given specific terminology to distinguish them at different knowledge levels. The concept of Knowledge structure is also becoming important in the context of the ti4BOK Knowledge Framework. As this is the knowledge pinpoint, from where we are going to apply the concept of Knowledge Index by giving specific naming conventions / nomenclature and numbering to different knowledge objects. 

As mentioned earlier, the concept of Knowledge structure is also becoming important in the context of the ti4BOK Knowledge Framework. As this is the knowledge pinpoint, from where we are going to apply the concept of Knowledge Index by giving specific naming conventions/nomenclature and numbering to different knowledge objects. Here is the representation of different knowledge objects with a specific identity name that belongs to a particular knowledge framework level.

• Knowledge Theme - ti4BOK Knowledge Objects - Level 1
• Knowledge Stream - ti4BOK Knowledge Objects - Level 2
• Knowledge Objective - ti4BOK Knowledge Objects - Level 3
• Knowledge Point - ti4BOK Knowledge Objects - Level 4

Nomenclature and taxonomy for ti4BOK Knowledge Objects at level 1 are titled "Knowledge Themes".  Knowledge Themes are 1st Order of Knowledge Objects and we have defined 4 knowledge objects at this level. This means these 4 knowledge objects defined at the 1st level, represent the 4 different knowledge themes. In a simple view, Knowledge Themes represents the highly key category focused and 1st order knowledge groups to building the structure of ti4BOK Knowledge Framework. 

Nomenclature and taxonomy for ti4BOK Knowledge Objects at level 2 are titled "Knowledge Streams".  Knowledge Streams are the 2nd Order of Knowledge Objects and we have defined a total of 16 knowledge objects at this level. This means these 16 knowledge objects defined at 2nd level represents the 16 different knowledge streams with their individual specific name/titles. In a simple view, Knowledge Streams represents the subcategory-focused and 2nd order knowledge groups to building the structure of the ti4BOK Knowledge Framework.  

Nomenclature and taxonomy for ti4BOK Knowledge Objects at level 3 are titled "Knowledge Objectives".  Knowledge Objectives are the 3rd order of Knowledge Objects and we have defined a total of 64 knowledge objects at this level. This means these 64 knowledge objects defined at the 3rd level represent the 64 different knowledge objectives. As compared to levels 1 and 2 Knowledge Objects have their individual names/titles, Knowledge objects at level 4 are defined as a single sentence statement to illustrates the meaning of a Knowledge Objective. In a simple view, Knowledge Objectives represents the function / domain-focused and 3rd order knowledge groups to building the structure of the ti4BOK Knowledge Framework.  

Nomenclature and taxonomy for ti4BOK Knowledge Objects at level 4 are titled "Knowledge Points".  Knowledge Points are the 4th order of Knowledge Objects and we have defined a total of 256 knowledge objects at this level. This means these 256 knowledge objects defined at the 4th level represent the 256 different knowledge points. Similar to Knowledge Objectives, Knowledge objects at level 4 are defined as a single sentence statement to illustrates the meaning of a Knowledge Point. In a simple view, Knowledge Points represents the specific topic-focused and 4th order knowledge objects, elaborated as the knowledge artifacts (blogs and articles) aligned with the motive of specific higher order knowledge objects, to build the structure of the ti4BOK Knowledge Framework.

ti4BOK Knowledge Map - representing the "Where" attribute. "Where" is the attribute which emphasizes on, to navigate the concept of ti4BOK. Knowledge Map is a kind of tool to navigate and explore the diversified Knowledge Themes, Knowledge Streams, and Knowledge Objectives in an elaborated and systematic way. To make the navigation of these knowledge objects at distinct levels of knowledge architecture, we have cultivated the ti4BOK knowledge index process. We have defined this navigation process in such a way that one can easily navigate across the knowledge objects in both directions. 

For the distinctive visualized appearance of 4 Knowledge Themes and their associated Knowledge Streams, we have defined a ti4BOK Knowledge Theme - Color Scheme by using 4 Colors.

• Knowledge Theme - 1 - Red Color
• Knowledge Theme - 2 - Light Blue Color
• Knowledge Theme - 3 - Orange Color
• Knowledge Theme - 4 - Green Color

With reference to the concept ti4BOK Knowledge Architecture, we have defined 4 Knowledge Streams associated with Knowledge Theme - 1.  As per the knowledge index process, these knowledge streams have given a number identity, from Knowledge Stream 1 to Knowledge Stream 4. In line with knowledge theme -1, these 4 knowledge streams are also highlighted with Red color. Further, these Knowledge Stream have given their individual names as per the associated knowledge concept. 

With reference to the concept ti4BOK Knowledge Architecture, we have defined 4 Knowledge Streams associated with Knowledge Theme - 2.  As per the knowledge index process, these knowledge streams have given a number identity, from Knowledge Stream 5 to Knowledge Stream 8. In line with knowledge theme -2, these 4 knowledge streams are also highlighted with Light Blue color. These Knowledge Streams have given their individual names as per the associated knowledge concept.  

With reference to the concept ti4BOK Knowledge Architecture, we have defined 4 Knowledge Streams associated with Knowledge Theme - 3.  As per the knowledge index process, these knowledge streams have given a number identity, from Knowledge Stream 9 to Knowledge Stream 12. In line with knowledge theme -3, these 4 knowledge streams are also highlighted with Orange color. Further, these Knowledge Stream have given their individual names as per the associated knowledge concept. 

With reference to the concept ti4BOK Knowledge Architecture, we have defined 4 Knowledge Streams associated with Knowledge Theme - 4.  As per the knowledge index process, these knowledge streams have given a number identity, from Knowledge Stream 13 to Knowledge Stream 16. In line with knowledge theme -4, these 4 knowledge streams are also highlighted with Green color. These Knowledge Streams have given their individual names as per the associated knowledge concept.