Training on Information Governance for Records Managers

In a world of growing data volumes, complex regulations, and heightened accountability, effective Information Governance (IG) is essential for organizations. This course equips records managers and information professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to develop and implement robust IG frameworks that ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and enhance operational efficiency.

Participants will gain hands-on understanding of:

• Core principles of information governance and regulatory compliance

• Designing and implementing effective records management and retention policies

• Data protection strategies aligned with GDPR, HIPAA, and other regulations

• Ethical considerations in handling sensitive and confidential information

• Risk assessment and mitigation across the information lifecycle

• Monitoring, auditing, and reporting to ensure organizational accountability

Through real-world case studies, practical exercises, and interactive discussions, participants will learn to integrate information governance into daily operations, enabling better decision-making, improved efficiency, and stronger compliance posture.

By the end of the course, attendees will be able to establish frameworks that protect organizational information, reduce legal and operational risks, and support strategic objectives.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

• Records Managers

• Information Governance Officers

• Compliance and Risk Managers

• Legal and Regulatory Advisors

• IT Professionals involved in data management

• Archivists

• Data Privacy Officers

• Information Security Officers

Organizational Impact

• Reduce legal, compliance, and security risks with robust IG.

• Improve decision-making and efficiency through a single source of truth.

• Cut costs in storage, e-discovery, and administration.

• Strengthen reputation and trust with regulators, customers, and investors.

Personal Impact

• Gain a strategic, high-value skill set in information governance.

• Open career paths to senior leadership in IG and data management.

• Move from records management to a strategic advisory role.

• Build credibility to lead data risk and governance discussions.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles of information governance and its impact on records management.
• Develop and implement effective records retention and disposal policies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory frameworks (such as GDPR, HIPAA, etc.).
• Apply risk management techniques to safeguard sensitive and critical information.
• Promote transparency and accountability in organizational information management.
• Use technology to enhance information governance and automate records management.
• Manage information lifecycle effectively—from creation and retention to disposal.

Module 1: Introduction to Information Governance

• Defining Information Governance (IG)
• The role of records managers in IG
• Key regulations, standards, and frameworks
• Understanding the lifecycle of records and information

Module 2: Legal and Compliance Aspects

• Data protection laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA)
• Legal implications of poor records management
• Compliance challenges and strategies for different industries
• Understanding audit trails and documentation for compliance

Module 3: Information Risk Management

• Identifying and mitigating information risks
• Information security and privacy
• Strategies for data breach prevention and response
• Risk-based approach to information management

Module 4: Technology and Automation in Records Management

• Leveraging IT tools to enhance records management
• Metadata and classification systems for records
• Automating retention and disposal schedules
• Cloud-based information governance solutions

Module 5: Developing and Implementing Information Governance Policies

• Creating and enforcing records retention policies
• Best practices for ensuring information quality and accuracy
• Training and educating staff on records management policies
• Continuous improvement in IG practices and future trends