Name: The military case for sharing knowledge
Uploaded: 2014-05-07T15:01:59Z
Duration: 6 min 31 s
Description: When General Stanley McChrystal started fighting al Qaeda in 2003, information and secrets were the lifeblood of his operations. But as the unconventional battle waged on, he began to think that the culture of keeping important information classified was misguided and actually counterproductive. In a short but powerful talk McChrystal makes the case for actively sharing knowledge.

When General Stanley McChrystal started fighting al Qaeda in 2003, information and secrets were the lifeblood of his operations. But as the unconventional battle waged on, he began to think that the culture of keeping important information classified was misguided and actually counterproductive. In a short but powerful talk McChrystal makes the case for actively sharing knowledge.

Stanley McChrystal: The military case for sharing knowledge

The military case for sharing knowledge

General

Shifting from 'knowledge is power' to 'sharing is power' transformed military strategies, proving openness can be a strength.

A pivotal moment in 2007 showed that declassifying information could empower more effective actions against adversaries.

Shifting from 'knowledge is power' to 'sharing is power' transforms military strategies and enhances operational effectiveness.