Information Management, at its core, is about organizations taking control of their information assets - the currency of today's corporations and governments. But, architecting the right approach requires a multidisciplinary view that considers operational, technical, and legal and regulatory requirements.

Organizations must take a strategic approach that recognizes the upside of Information Management. Ever-increasing reliance upon information technology means that organizations can no longer afford to isolate core disciplines like Records Management without putting their success at risk. While managing paper records is often viewed as a non-core function, there can be little doubt that the application of Records Management principals to the growing volumes of electronic records and digital information in fact allows organizations to run faster, better and cheaper.

As corporate America has witnessed during the past several months, failure to have a clear strategy for Information Management can create substantial liability and may erode trust in the company - ultimately affecting valuations and, in extreme cases, challenging a company's very existence.

KCI helps your organization develop and implement an Information Management architecture that addresses your unique needs while drawing on a solid foundation of operational, technical, and legal expertise and best practices. Proactively implementing an effective Information Management architecture is more cost-effective than attempting to address shortfalls after you have been served with notice of an audit, investigation or lawsuit.

Architecture Development

KCI is your partner throughout the development, implementation and review of your Information Management architecture. Sample areas of assistance include:

Organizational Structure
It is difficult, if not impossible, to adequately control information without a clear internal structure for your Information Management organization. KCI can help you define this structure and identify the councils, committees and individual roles that you will require. In addition, KCI can increase the speed and success of implementation through employee education and training.

Records Management Program
A Records Management Program consists of a matrix of policies, procedures and people that work together to ensure that information required for business, regulatory and other purposes is properly managed throughout its lifecycle. With services such as the development and evaluation of Retention Schedules, Records Hold Policies, Disaster Recovery Action Plans, E-Discovery Action Plans, and other materials, KCI can help you address every aspect of your Records Management Program.

Technology Selection
All too often, technology is purchased and implemented without due consideration of Information Management challenges. Technologies such as public key infrastructure (PKI), "click wrap" and other forms of e-signatures, document management, workflow, email management, and storage infrastructure all have an important impact on your organization's ability to effectively manage information. KCI can assist you in the evaluation and selection of technology solutions that meet your organization's Information Management needs.

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