A taxonomy is a predefined classification system that organizes a subset of knowledge into hierarchical groups or classes (e.g., animals, drugs). It uses relationships such as “part of” or “type of” to establish a tree-like structure, with branches leading to leaves at the final nodes. This structure creates a clear order and hierarchy within the knowledge.
Companies use taxonomies to efficiently organize their documents, making it easier for both internal and external users to search for and find relevant content. Taxonomies can be company-specific or widely adopted across industries as standardized frameworks.