Knowledge Management Mechanism and Intellectual Capital in the Medical Instruments and Apparatuses Industry: Examining a Moderated-Mediation Model

In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, this study centers on the themes of crisis response and epidemic prevention capacity. With the growing demands brought about by an aging population, the significance of the medical equipment sector has become increasingly pronounced. Accordingly, this research examines the development and influence of the medical equipment industry in the post-pandemic context. The primary aim is to analyze how knowledge management, knowledge stock, and intellectual capital interrelate, while also assessing whether transformational leadership plays a moderated-mediating role in these dynamics. Utilizing a questionnaire-based survey, data was collected from 547 respondents. The analysis reveals that knowledge stock significantly mediates the connection between knowledge management and intellectual capital. In addition, transformational leadership exerts a notable moderated-mediation effect. Based on these findings, the study offers theoretical insights and practical recommendations, along with suggestions for future research avenues.