Summary
In this episode, host Jim Merrifield interviews Kate Wertime from Jones Day about information governance (IG) and its importance in today's data-driven world. Kate shares her background in systems analysis and librarianship, as well as her experience in records management and legal. They discuss the concept of IG, common misconceptions about it, and a case study where effective IG made a significant difference in a company's operations and risk management. They also explore the role of AI and machine learning in IG and the challenges of data ownership and collaboration. The episode concludes with Kate's final thoughts on IG.
Takeaways
- Information governance (IG) manages an organization's information through its lifecycle and ensures access controls, confidentiality, legal holds, compliance, and knowledge sharing.
- IG is not just records management rebranded; it encompasses a broader range of responsibilities and considerations.
- Effective IG can make a significant difference in a company's operations and risk management, as demonstrated by a case study involving data movement monitoring.
- Practitioners in the field of IG should focus on understanding the aspects of AI and machine learning that relate to data repositories, data security, and client data protection.
