Gestión, retención y uso del conocimiento generado en organizaciones para superar el complejo de Adán

Abstract

This paper presents the progress and results of the research project Management, retention and use of knowledge generated in organizations to overcome the Adam Complex, conducted at Universidad Santo Tomás within the research line Design for social transformation. The study addresses the problem of organizational knowledge loss when key leaders or roles change—a phenomenon known as the “Adam Complex.” From an interdisciplinary approach combining graphic design, architecture, and knowledge management, a technological proposal was developed following the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) model. The project aimed to design a digital application that supports knowledge management and transfer within organizations, enhancing process traceability, innovation, and institutional efficiency. The results show that a usability- and accessibility-centered design can transform documentation practices into shared knowledge, strengthening institutional memory and fostering a culture of continuous learning.