## The Paradox of Corporate Knowledge Corporate knowledge, understood as the wealth of information, skills, and experiences accumulated by an organization, should represent a competitive advantage. However, when this knowledge is poorly structured and rigidly transferred, it can paradoxically turn into an obstacle. ## The Importance of Onboarding The onboarding process, or the integration of new hires, is a crucial moment. Effective onboarding ensures that new employees quickly acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to perform their jobs. Conversely, inefficient onboarding can lead to frustration, errors, and ultimately, the loss of talent. ## From Asset to Disadvantage When corporate knowledge is not easily accessible, updated, and shared, employees may find themselves reinventing the wheel, making mistakes already made in the past, and wasting valuable time searching for information. This not only reduces productivity but can also undermine employee morale and motivation. ## A Vicious Cycle Over time, this disadvantage worsens. The lack of effective corporate knowledge management leads to a loss of competitiveness, increased costs, and a decrease in the ability to innovate. To avoid this vicious cycle, companies must invest in systems and processes that promote the creation, sharing, and updating of knowledge.