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Structural capital is intellectual capital that is independent of employees. Most of a firm's knowledge exists in the minds of employees. Structural capital is any tool, process or information that helps a firm to retain knowledge or use it to achieve objectives. The following are illustrative examples of structural capital.
Data such as a list of customers.DocumentationInformation created by employees to document processes, procedures, policy, know-how, research, decisions, failures and any other useful knowledge.MediaMedia such as a training video.PrinciplesPrinciples, norms and rules that are adopted as part of a firm's organizational culture.
ProcessesBusiness processes such as a semi-automated process for fulfilling orders.ProceduresDocumented human steps for achieving a result.MethodsExact steps executed by a machine or system. For example, an algorithm for calculating risk.ToolsTechnologies that help employees complete work such as an application.AutomationTechnologies that complete work automatically such as a system or robot.Intellectual PropertyIntellectual property such as brands, trademarks, patents, copyrights and trade secrets.|
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