AtStake
The framework can also be used to characterize methods. In this example, a stakeholder focused
strategic planning process called AtStake is evaluated using the characterization
framework.
As with e-mail, there are many methods (including AtStake) that are not normally
considered to be knowledge management tools. However, the activities that comprise an
AtStake session, the facilitation approaches that it is based on, and the artifacts that are
produced can, be characterized from a KM perspective.
AtStake is considered a method, because it is based on a series of repeatable steps that
produce predictable results. Although it is a fairly general tool that can be used in a
variety of ways (including conflict resolution and the structuring of negotiations) it is not
sophisticated enough or used by enough people to be considered a practice. Also, it does
not rely on enough automation to be considered a technology.