September 09, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

 

IRMS and AIIM Announce Formal Collaboration to Advance Information Management Excellence 

Partnership launches with AI+IM Regional Exchange and networking event on October 16th in London 

Silver Spring, Maryland, USA – The Information and Records Management Society Ltd (IRMS) and the Association for Intelligent Information Management (AIIM) are pleased to announce a formal collaboration aimed at delivering enhanced value to information management professionals across both organizations' global memberships. This strategic partnership combines AIIM's technology-focused expertise with IRMS's governance and records management best practices to create comprehensive professional development opportunities. 

The collaboration officially launches on Thursday, October 16, 2025, with two complementary events in Central London: 

AI+IM Regional Exchange 

Time: 14:00 - 17:30  |  Location: 116 Pall Mall, London 

An exclusive educational programme limited to 30 participants, featuring peer-to-peer networking and professional development focused on practical AI applications in information management. The event explores the evolution from traditional information management to "information optimisation" in the AI era, with real-world case studies from government, finance, and professional services sectors. Attendees will earn 3 CEUs for participation. Learn more and register at https://www.aiim.org/regional-exchange-london.  

IRMS London Group - Monthly Drinks and Networking Event 

Time: 18:00 - 21:00 
Location: All Bar One - Leicester Square, 46 Leicester Square, London 

Following the AI+IM Regional Exchange, AIIM is sponsoring this informal networking event for IRMS London Group members. Attendees will receive a complimentary drink ticket. The event provides relaxed networking opportunities and will continue as a monthly series. IRMS Members, AIIM members, and attendees of the AI+IM Regional Exchange are welcome to attend. Register at https://irms.org.uk/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1931507&group=.  

This collaboration brings together complementary strengths to serve the broader information management community:

  • AIIM contributes technology-focused training, certification programs, and expertise in intelligent information management systems 
  • IRMS provides established best practices in information governance, records management, and professional development frameworks 

"We are excited to embark on this collaboration with IRMS to provide technology-focused content, certification, and best practices in intelligent information management," said Tori Miller Liu, CIP, AIIM President & CEO. 

"We are looking forward to sharing the benefits of this powerful collaboration with our membership," added Jaana Pinnick, MSc (Dist.), FIRMS, AMIRMS, CDMP, IRMS Chair 

The partnership addresses the evolving needs of information professionals who must navigate both traditional governance requirements and emerging technological capabilities in artificial intelligence, automation, and digital transformation. 

IRMS and AIIM look forward to exploring future collaboration opportunities that will deliver ongoing value to their respective members.  

 

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About the Association for Intelligent Information Management 

Founded in 1944, the Association for Intelligent Information Management (AIIM) is a nonprofit organization serving information leaders in over 67 countries worldwide. AIIM's vision is to create a world where every organization benefits from intelligent information and data management to achieve better business outcomes. AIIM helps information leaders manage and prepare unstructured data for AI and automation by providing advice, certification, training, and peer-to-peer support. Through practical and approachable resources, AIIM enables organizations to leverage their information assets effectively, ultimately leading to improved business performance and success. Learn more about AIIM at https://www.aiim.org/.  

About the Information and Records Management Society 

The Information and Records Management Society (IRMS) is the foremost professional association for all information professionals, regardless of their professional or organisational status or qualifications. Formed in 1983 as the Records Management Society (RMS) with a clear commitment to inclusivity across the profession, the IRMS now has over 1,000 members from the UK and around the world who span the public, private and third sectors. IRMS is committed to providing members and the wider information profession with services and opportunities to support their continuing professional journey and to enhance their skills and knowledge in a safe and supportive community. The society welcomes people at all levels of professional experience, from students to Members to Fellows and those with a general interest in the information profession. 

 

Contact 

Shelly Strickland 
AIIM International 
hello@aiim.org