Knowledge Management Insights with Jordan Richards

Knowledge Management Insights with Jordan Richards

Author: PM Power Consulting February 14, 2026 Duration: 55:02

In this episode of Software People Stories, Jordan Richards, a Digital Transformation and Knowledge Management technologist, and Founder of Tacitous (www.tacitous.com) a Knowledge Management blueprint and platform designed to help organisations capture, retain, and share critical knowledge at scale shares his extensive experience with technology and knowledge management. From his early days with the ZX 80 computer to his consulting work with oil companies, Jordan emphasizes the importance of solving real-world problems through technology. He advocates for a 'people first, process second, technology third' approach, and shares insights on how to ensure successful adoption of IT solutions by understanding user stories and daily workflows. Jordan discusses the critical importance of managing both knowledge and collaboration within organizations, especially with regard to retirees, and touches on the implications of AI and digital twins in modern business environments. He also shares personal practices that help him stay grounded and continuously updated with the latest trends in technology.


 

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:45 Guest's Origin Story in Technology

01:43 Solving Problems with Technology

02:15 User-Centric Approach to IT Solutions

05:02 Challenges in IT Deployment

05:41 Building Effective IT Strategies

06:40 Understanding Organizational Knowledge Flows

11:14 Importance of Personas in IT Solutions

18:56 Knowledge Management and AI

27:56 Engaging Retirees: Challenges and Solutions

29:38 Building a National Repository of Expertise

32:04 Encouraging Knowledge Sharing and Consumption

34:41 The Role of AI in Knowledge Management

39:21 The Importance of Human Oversight in Technology

43:07 Staying Updated and Lifelong Learning

49:00 Personal Principles for Staying Grounded

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Jordan Richards is a Digital Transformation and Knowledge Management technologist, and Founder of Tacitous (www.tacitous.com) a Knowledge Management blueprint and platform designed to help organisations capture, retain, and share critical knowledge at scale. With 20+ years of international experience across high-risk and complex environments (including Oil & Gas and large-scale operations), Jordan specialises in institutional memory, lessons learned, communities of practice, and AI-enabled knowledge retention. He works with government entities, NGOs, and industry leaders to build practical, technology-enabled KM ecosystems that strengthen workforce continuity and organisational resilience.


Website: www.tacitous.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanrichards/

Email: collaboration@tacitous.com




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