Subject Matter Expert (SME)

An employee with deep knowledge of a specific discipline that is required in regard with ensuring business performance. 

The SME's role in aspects of knowledge management includes: 

• Directing the understanding of existing information and knowledge on the matter of expert

• Leading the collection and capturing of information and knowledge into knowledge bases solutions

• Answering questions and leading discussions on the matter of expert

• Being responsible for sub-areas in portals and / or communities of practice

• Serveing as a knowledge advocat/champion, enocuraging the surrounding to use the knowledge management solutions.