Knowledge inertia

Some organization theorists have adopted the definition proposed by Liao (2002)[1] to extend its further use in organizational learning studies.

Inertia is a concept in physics that is used to explain the state of an object either remaining in stationary or uniform motion.

The theory of KI supposedly studies the extent to which an organization's ability on problem solving is inhibited.

Numerous factors could be attributed as enablers or inhibitors of the abilities on problem solving of an individual or an organization.

Emergence of new ideas to supplement the existing knowledge and assimilation of the same could be of help in avoiding the use of stagnant, outdated information while attempting to solve problems.