Data-driven Business Cultures Spark Innovation and Power Decision Making

By |2023-11-08T16:43:11-05:00November 8th, 2023|Cyber-Security, Data Compliance, Information Governance and Management|

Successful businesses leverage data to create competitive advantage, inform decisions, optimize processes, and build customer satisfaction. But data-driven business cultures do not happen by chance. Data-driven cultures require both data democratization and data literacy. Data democratization involves the process of making data available to everyone in the organization, regardless of technical skills or roles. Data literacy, on the other hand, refers to the ability of those employees to understand, communicate, and use data effectively. Potential Roadblocks to Building Data-driven Business Cultures Despite having more data available than ever before, uncovering data value can prove difficult. For instance, because of data

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Data Quality and Security in Manufacturing Essential to Unlocking Industry 4.0 Benefits

By |2023-10-26T10:17:33-04:00October 18th, 2023|Cyber-Security, Information Governance and Management|

Industry 4.0 has transformed manufacturing, reshaping the competitive landscape and powering innovation. By leveraging disruptive technologies such as AI and 3D printing, factories increase productivity while quickly adapting to customer demands. At the same time, the changing landscape underscores the importance of data quality and security in manufacturing. For example, a smart factory might use 3D printing to create complex customized products on demand. Additionally, smart sensors constantly monitor for minute changes in machine health, optimizing maintenance and minimizing downtime. These improved tools and processes both require and generate huge amounts of data that must be carefully managed and protected.

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4 Key Information Governance Topics to Inform Business Leaders

By |2023-10-06T10:20:47-04:00August 30th, 2023|Cyber-Security, Information Governance and Management, Safety and Cyber Security|

Information governance (IG) encompasses the policies, processes, and technologies that enable organizations to manage information effectively. Compliance and risk management aside, IG works best when maximizing the value and usability of information for business purposes. Below, we explore four key information governance topics and why business leaders should take note. Data Governance vs. Information Governance One of the common questions in IG is how it relates to data governance (DG). DG is the discipline of ensuring the quality, availability, integrity, and security of data within an organization. DG focuses on the technical aspects of data management, such as data models,

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Knowledge Management vs Information Governance to Unlock Information Value

By |2023-10-06T10:33:43-04:00August 2nd, 2023|Cyber-Security, Information Governance and Management|

Business leaders know that information holds incredible value for the organization. Data-driven decision-making drives innovation. On the other hand, when knowledge remains stuck in silos and unavailable, efficiency suffers. Understanding the differences and similarities between knowledge management vs information governance will help unlock information value. The first step to understanding knowledge management vs information governance involves defining data, information, and knowledge. The term “data” refers to facts and figures, while “information” describes data that has been organized and put into context. “Knowledge” involves understanding, gained by combining information with experience or education. For example, business data might include a list

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How to Whitelist Email in Office 365 Security and Compliance

By |2023-07-28T08:14:05-04:00July 26th, 2023|Cyber-Security, Email Management Tips, Email Policy, Office 365 and Migration|

Whitelisting allows selected email addresses or domains to bypass spam filters and reach the intended recipients. Knowing how to whitelist email in Office 365 Security and Compliance ensures that important messages from trusted senders are not blocked or marked as junk by Security and Compliance features. Improve Deliverability, Visibility, and User Experience Whitelisting improves the deliverability and visibility of important messages from trusted senders, such as customers, partners, vendors, or internal communications. It also reduces the risk of missing or overlooking critical information due to spam filtering or user actions, such as deleting or ignoring junk mail. Whitelisting also enhances

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AI-Driven Retail Information Governance Tackles Data Challenges in the Omnichannel World

By |2023-07-28T08:04:11-04:00July 12th, 2023|Cyber-Security, Information Governance and Management|

Today’s retailers depend on data to improve decision making, increase efficiency and drive customer engagement. However, as omnichannel marketing increasingly dominates the retail space, businesses need to adjust their data strategies accordingly. AI-enhanced tools allow retailers to strengthen retail information governance and optimize data value. For example, IBM offers AI governance solutions to help retailers ensure their AI models are transparent, compliant, and trustworthy. And Vue.ai, a retail automation platform, uses AI to optimize demand forecasting and supply chain management by processing large volumes of data. Information governance involves managing the quality, security, privacy, and accessibility of retail data. Properly

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Manufacturing Data Governance Best Practices to Drive Innovation and Productivity

By |2023-07-28T07:58:04-04:00July 6th, 2023|Cyber-Security, Information Governance and Management|

To keep pace in a competitive environment, manufacturers must harness the power of data to improve processes and decision making. However, rapid digital transformation, evolving market demands, and heightened customer expectations introduce unique challenges to manufacturing data governance. Utilizing data governance best practices can help. Unique Manufacturing Data Governance Challenges Like nearly all industries, the manufacturing industry runs on data. Unprecedented quantities of information offer tantalizing opportunities to upgrade processes, spark innovation and improve the customer experience. But with those opportunities come some challenges. Important information hidden in mountains of data – Manufacturing generates huge amounts of data from a

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Unlock the Power of Data with Microsoft Tools for Information Governance

By |2023-07-28T07:47:43-04:00June 21st, 2023|Cyber-Security, Information Governance and Management, Microsoft 365|

Without question, data has emerged as one of the business world’s most valuable assets, powering strategy and growth. However, managing and securing that data in a way that ensures the availability of quality data while supporting compliance and security goals can prove challenging. Microsoft tools for information governance offer solutions. In 2022, Microsoft Purview emerged as the company’s flagship offering for information governance. With tools for both information governance and information protection, Purview provides solutions for organizing, securing, and monitoring data throughout its lifecycle. Information Governance with Microsoft Purview Microsoft Purview streamlines the process of managing data across the organization,

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Information Governance Consulting Services Streamline Governance Strategy

By |2023-05-18T09:37:02-04:00May 17th, 2023|Cyber-Security, Data Compliance, eDiscovery, Information Governance and Management|

Information governance ensures that data remains both accessible and secure. It aids regulatory compliance and drives both productivity and decision making. But designing and implementing a comprehensive governance strategy requires careful planning and the right tools. Information governance consulting services streamline the process. A successful information governance strategy covers all your organizational data and includes several key components, such as: Data classification and storage Regulatory compliance Information security and access controls eDiscovery management The data experts at Messaging Architects have helped hundreds of organizations harness the power of their data. With enterprise-grade tools and extensive information governance expertise, they will

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Cloud Data Backup Tips to Protect Essential Business Data

By |2023-04-27T09:59:26-04:00April 12th, 2023|Cyber-Security, Information Governance and Management, Microsoft 365|

As the majority of businesses migrate data to the cloud, many assume they no longer need to back up their data. However, cloud storage does not take the place of data backup. In fact, hybrid work increases the likelihood of cyber attack and data corruption, making it even more important to put a cloud data backup strategy in place. Consider that over one million organizations use Microsoft 365. However, although Microsoft itself suggests using a third-party backup solution, most of these companies do not have a backup system in place. Additionally, most organizations store data in a combination of on

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