Research Report: Do feelings matter? The effects of intrinsic benefits on individuals' commitment toward knowledge systems

Authors:
Hui Lin;Yujong Hwang
Affiliations:
School of Accountancy and MIS, DePaul University, Suite 6000, 1 East Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL 60604, United States;School of Accountancy and MIS, DePaul University, Suite 6000, 1 East Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL 60604, United States and Kyung Hee University, South Korea
Venue:
Computers in Human Behavior
Year:
2014

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Abstract

Knowledge management systems have been shown to increase creativity and innovation in the workplace. This study aims to find out if and how feelings matter in individuals' knowledge management practices in knowledge-intensive firms. We develop and test a research model that explores the effects of intrinsic benefits (knowledge self-efficacy and perceived self-worth) on users' commitment to knowledge systems. Theoretically grounded in the three-component model of commitment, the research model tests the relationships between the intrinsic benefit constructs and the affective, continuance, and normative dimensions of commitment. Survey results of 78 accounting professionals from both public and corporate accounting fields found support for the research model. Knowledge self-efficacy is positively associated with affective and continuance commitment. Perceived self-worth is positively related with affective and normative commitment. Knowledge self-efficacy significantly influences individuals' perceived self-worth. This study raises implications for researchers and practitioners interested in commitment in knowledge management for creativity generation and particularly for knowledge-intensive firms on how to tap into the power of commitment and intrinsic benefits to gain and sustain a competitive advantage.