For the purposes of this discussion will consider the properties and requirements of four domains:
- Chaotic - In this domain the relationship between data/information/knowledge fragments is unknowable. When working in this domain the only response is to act and impose order.
- Complex - In this domain the relationship between data/information/knowledge fragments is ambiguous. We believe a relationship exists but have yet to understand it. When working in this domain we are looking for insights/patterns and are exploring ways to combine these fragments. Out of this activity emerge new hypothesis which are bounced around an informal network of trusted collaborators.
- Knowable - In this domain the relationship between data/information/knowledge fragments can be understood by experts. We have the "bones of an idea" and are working to flesh the idea out. When working in this domain we see formal collaborations between experts taking place.
- Known - In this domain the relationship between data/information/knowledge fragments is fully comprehended and lack ambiguity. The idea is fully formed and tested and is presented in a formally structured fashion for consumption by non-experts.
Chaotic
- Requirement - Identify sets of data/information/knowledge fragments
- Tool - Search
- Requirement - Combine and explore data/information/knowledge fragments
- Tools - Mash-up capabilities
- Requirement - Informal collaboration
- Tools - Personal Blog, Microblogging, Social Networking, Social Bookmarking, RSS reader
- Requirement - Aggregate and share data/information/knowledge fragments across a multidisciplinary team
- Tools - Team Wiki, Team Blog, Social Bookmarking, RSS reader
- Requirement - Coordinate team activities
- Tools - GTDware
- Requirement -Publish formal structure content
- Tools - Corporate Wiki, Podcast/Vodcast/Slidecast, Social Bookmarking, RSS reader