1. Librarian, Innovation & Knowledge, Central Office:
Edwinah Kisali
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Librarian, Innovation & Knowledge, Central Office:
Main focus is on planning, development and implementation of library services across the Company.
Key milestones include:
Participated in setting up of the KOHA Integrated Library System
Acquisition and rolling out of the Books 24x7 and getAbstracts e-library portal
Successful automation of the Central Office Library
Currently preparing the ground work and logistics for the setting up of Knowledge Harvesting and Transfer in KenGen

2. Presented by: Edwinah Kisali Co-Author: Joseph Mbugua
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Focus is to explain how we have been able to innovate in accessing critical knowledge resources using our vibrant ict. /Section is charged with the responsibility of enhancing km capability within the business by providing critical business knowledge references and resources to enable employees work smarter, provide high quality outputs and generate knowledge assets that are important for posterity. /So, what has been our challenge of knowledge resources?
maximizing on the books 24x7 E-library portal to optimize on cost and enhance employee productivity
Presented by: Edwinah Kisali
Co-Author: Joseph Mbugua
2018 G2G INNOVATION SEMINAR, PRIDE INN SPA & RESORT
18TH JUNE - 22ND JUNE 2018

3. Presentation Outline Introduction Background Challenges Solution
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Presentation Outline
KenGen is a well known good company as attested by Dr. Iraki who mentioned that in his next life he would like to work for KenGen.
For us to be great, we have been guided by the G2G Strategy which does not exist in many organizations in Africa which has made KenGen a world class Company and employer.
Why do I say this? (next slide)
Introduction
Background
Challenges
Solution
Cost Benefit Analysis
Conclusion & Way Forward

4. Our G2G transformation has delivered substantial results for KenGen
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Today as we talk, we have revamped the G2G strategy and have so far achieved the following:
Introduction
Our G2G transformation has delivered substantial results for KenGen
Objectives
Achievements so far
Capital planning and execution
Delivered 700+MW of new generation capacity
Drilled 150+ geothermal wells versus target of 100
Advanced 1,900MW of projects past feasibility (versus target of 1,500MW in 2018)
Regulatory manage- ment
Raised regulated ROE after tax from 10.5 to 12.5%, created regulatory unit
Reduced dispatch risk through capacity PPAs
Good 2 Great: Create value for all stakeholders (e.g., shareholders, employees, citizens)
Generation 2 Generation: Create value from “one generation” of Kenyans to the “next generation” of Kenyans
Operational excellence
Improved return on invested capital from 4.7% in FY2011 to 8.9% in FY2015 (adjusted for mid-year commissioning of Olkaria IV and I AU)
SOURCE: G2G Report 2007, KenGen

5. Background
KenGen has developed human capacity and the numbers are growing exponentially
The library has become the focal point in provision of relevant reference resources
KenGen currently has 7 satellite libraries that have a collection of approximately 5000 books

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Challenges faced
The knowledge team has re-invented its processes to ensure that all employees are empowered and facilitated with appropriate and upto date information resources to help them achieve their goals.
Up datedness of the information resources
Access
Books to staff ratio
Budget constraints
Stringent procurement rules
Remote areas
Space

7. Books 24x7 What is it E-Library portal
-Critical initiatives such as Project Management, Management & Leadership, Business Strategy & Innovation, Organizational Development and IT Technologies etc.
What is it
E-Library portal
Books24x7 comprises thousands of Books & Book Summaries.
New titles added every week
Supports critical initiatives
Unlimited access to a broad and deep repository
Thousands of digitized business, technical, engineering and audio books, research reports, book summaries and best practices
Partnerships with 300+ publishers and analyst firms
Accessible remotely from any location

8. The Books 24x7 Collection
- Skillsoft IT Provide learners with high-quality aids for Microsoft applications, mobile app development, operating systems and servers, cloud computing, social media, Adobe, Google apps, programming
BusinessPRO - accelerating business knowledge
ITPRO –IT technical needs
FinancePRO
EngineeringPro
Skillsoft IT and Desktop Videos
Wellbeing Essentials
Books Office Essential - Titles in Business, Entrepreneurship, MS Office Guides

9. Skillsoft Leadership Channel
Over 4000 short 3-5min videos
Downloadable
Live interactive events
Support leadership development that covers:
Business Strategy and Sustainability
Management and Leadership
Change and Innovation
Communication
Entrepreneurship
Human Resource Management
Sales and Marketing
Operations
Personal Effectiveness

10. getAbstract World’s largest business book summary library
400+ leading publishing partners
More than 9,000 text & 2,000 audio summaries
new added each month
85 categories aligned to 12 key topics
Available on mobile devices (iPhones/androids/iPads/tablets etc.)
Fast online access & advanced search technology
Ties directly to specific business needs

11. Clear instructions on logins
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Methodology of access
Ict infrastructure –KenGen house OG6. K
Created accounts
Linked to the extranet
Staff access
Clear instructions on logins
Roll-out(awareness)

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21. Uptake Books 24x7

22. Cost Benefit Analysis
Recommended no. of premium books per user – 5 x 3000 staff = 15,000 books
Approximate cost per book – Kshs.5,000
Total amount – 15000x5000 = Kshs.75,000,000
Cost of Books24x7 – Kshs.1.6 Million
Savings – 73.4 Million

23. Cost Benefit Analysis cont…
Books 24x7 Three Year Tabulation
2018
2019
2020
Hard copy books
75,000,000
Books 24x7
1,687,320
Savings per annum
73,312,680

24. Benefits Cost savings of Kshs.73 million per annum
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Benefits
Cost savings of Kshs.73 million per annum
Access to resources by all staff
Access to a variety of thousands of books, book summaries, videos and live events
Real time access to resources
Elimination of wear, tear and loss
Less tedious procurement process
Timely delivery on projects
Empower staff to grow professionally

25. Conclusion and Way Forward
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Conclusion and Way Forward
So as to enjoy seamless opportunities that will not only help you work smarter but also build your professional career by having the best resources in the world.
Conclusion:
The Books24x7 e-library portal is a must-have for any organization that wants to survive in a highly competitive environment.
Recommendation
KenGen should continue subscribing to the Books24x7 e-library portal
All to embrace this initiative
Each function to do a scan of what is in its professional environment and recommend to us e.g operations uses a lot of technical standards and other resources