Building Vibrant Science and Technology Parks with Knowledge Management: Trends in Singapore

AbstractThe following sections are included:Singapore: Towards a Knowledge-Based EconomyCreating a Focal Point for Research, Development and Innovation: The Singapore Science ParkWhat is a Science Park?What is Going on Inside the Park in Terms of R & D and Innovation?Building a Vibrant Culture of Knowledge Transfer and CreationSingapore's Technology Corridor“Craft, Create and Connect” — The Role of Ascendas Pte. Ltd.Creating a “smart” Science and Technology Park with Knowledge Management — Towards a KM Framework for Science ParksAscendas' Internal KM System: Ascendas' KM E-Portal (ASKME)High-Tech Fantasy or Centre of Innovation? Challenges Ahead for Singapore's Science ParkConclusion and ImplicationsReferencesAppendix 9.1. The RDAS and RISC schemes of the Economic Development Board of SingaporeAppendix 9.2. Milestones of Ascendas