Scholars have had different definitions of the knowledge economy. In many articles I've read, some blur the boundaries between information and knowledge. While information work can be more easily defined (though not entirely so with today's cross-industry collaborations) using standard industry codes, knowledge work seems to transcend industries because every industry utilises knowledge to various degrees. Yet the knowledge economy has become a buzz word today in regional development.

I've researched and written quite a bit about this. In my works, I've argued that a dynamic approach must be taken. The concept of continuous innovation is a key to the definition of a knowledge economy.

Discussion points:

- How to you identify a knowledge economy when you see one?

- Is there an efficient way to measure knowledge intensity at a regional level?