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Change Management  |  Information Governance  |  Intelligent Information Management (IIM)

Start Small, Grow Big: Building an Information Management Program from Scratch

One of my favorite mottos is "Start small, grow big." When organizations approach me about building an information management program from scratch, they often feel overwhelmed by the magnitude of the task. Let me share how to make this process more digestible.

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Information Governance  |  Retention

How to Achieve Victory Over ROT

Most IT managers weren’t born yesterday. They know that a certain percentage of the data they painstakingly retain and curate is useless. But 70%? The content retained by most organizations falls into three categories: records, operational information, and data that is redundant, outdated, or trivial (ROT). Records are vital and must be retained and protected. Operational data is what is needed for the day-to-day running of your organization. And ROT is the rest.

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14 Steps to a Successful ECM Implementation

Making an ECM implementation successful requires planning and attention to detail. The best way to create the right solution is to identify organizational goals and priorities. Learn how to manage a successful implementation in our free guide.

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Information Governance  |  Information Security

Information Governance as an Information Warfare Countermeasure

The one constant that seems to be top of mind these days is the growing mis-information and dis-information efforts across the spectrum. For this week's topic, I wanted to tap into my early experience as a Canadian Army Officer and explore beyond the classic scope of information governance and offer some thoughts on how our community can be seen as a partner in mitigating the impact of information warfare in it's many forms. Let's explore the critical role of Information Governance (IG) in navigating the evolving digital landscape, where information warfare has become a significant threat. We will delve into the tactics employed in information warfare, the consequences of unchecked information flows, and the vital role of IG in safeguarding organizations and societies.

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Change Management  |  Information Governance  |  Intelligent Information Management (IIM)

Beyond the Basement: The Modern Information Management Professional

Remember that old stereotype of the records manager working alone in the basement, shuffling papers? Let me tell you why that image is completely outdated and why today's information management professionals need a much more dynamic skill set.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI)  |  Information Governance

Information Governance: The Foundation of Responsible AI Systems

The rise of artificial intelligence has sparked a digital renaissance, transforming how we process, analyze, and utilize data. But as AI systems become more sophisticated and pervasive, a critical question emerges: How do we ensure the data feeding these systems is accurate, secure, and ethically managed? This is where information governance takes center stage.

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Information Governance  |  Intelligent Information Management (IIM)

The Future of Records Management: Breaking Down Silos and Building Bridges

As someone who's been in the information management field for over 25 years, I've witnessed significant shifts in how organizations handle their information. One of the most notable changes I'm seeing is how records management is evolving and finding new homes within organizations.

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