Information is a resource that organizations use and like other resources, the information needs to be managed. This blog outlines 10 information management functions. Typical definitions of information management refer to information management as managing the processes that affect information through the information life cycle. Information management problems can occur at any stage in the […]
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How to Develop an Information Management Strategy
Everyone agrees that organizations need an information management strategy but how do you develop one? This blog focuses on the key stages of work required to develop an information management strategy. Stage 1: Gain Senior Management Commitment Resources are needed to develop an information management strategy and the only way to gain access to the […]
Roots of Information
The underground network of tree roots provides four essential functions to maintain the health of a tree. Information management provides the roots of information quality
Managing Information in Organizations: Inaugural Post
In this inaugural blog post I am reminded of a comment that I made in my inaugural lecture some years ago: ‘just because you can, does not mean that you should’.