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Change Management | Information Governance | Intelligent Information Management (IIM)
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
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by most organizations falls into three categories: records, operational information, and data that is redundant, outdated, or trivial (ROT).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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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.
AIIM Community | Women in Information Management (WIIM)
As we celebrate Women's History Month, we're examining the progress and persistent challenges for women in information management while inviting you to join our upcoming webinar on thriving in an AI-driven workplace.
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Information Governance | Information Security
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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AIIM Conference | Artificial Intelligence (AI)
The intersection of artificial intelligence and information management presents both exciting opportunities and unique challenges for organizations across all industries. During our recent pre-conference webinar, I had the pleasure of speaking with two industry experts about how AI is transforming the information management landscape and what attendees can expect at the upcoming AI+IM Global Summit in Atlanta (March 31-April 2). Joined by Alan Pelz-Sharpe, founder and principal analyst of Deep Analysis, and Max Gerrard, director of Solution Engineering at SER Group, we explored foundational AI concepts, discussed practical use cases, and outlined key considerations for organizations looking to leverage AI in their information management strategy.
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Change Management | Information Governance | Intelligent Information Management (IIM)
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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