Yoga and Information Governance

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What has the author practiced for almost all their adult life?

Information Governance

Knowledge Management

Data Mapping

Yoga (correct)

What is a key challenge faced by Information Governance Professionals (IGPs)?

Managing change and being flexible (correct)

Implementing new technology

Creating data maps

User permissioning

What virtues does the author believe make difficult transitions easier to manage?

Technology, automation, and compliance

Patience, persistence, and respect for others (correct)

Leadership, teamwork, and communication

Data analysis, classification, and mapping

What do vendors promise to automate in the practice of Information Governance?

User permissioning, key term cataloging, and data map creation Signup and view all the answers

Where did the author travel to study yoga more intensely?

A remote self-sustainable community outside of Kochi, Kerala State, India Signup and view all the answers

What is notable about the author's yogi in the village?

His contributions to the village Signup and view all the answers

What does the author believe IGPs must stay true to when leading others through the digital landscape?

The principles of their practice Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's role, as mentioned in the content?

Information Governance Professional (IGP) Consultant Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason the author attended a yoga studio?

To find a communal practice that she missed during isolation Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's main concern when comparing herself to others in the yoga studio?

She is worried about getting injured Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's role in the context of information governance?

Information governance professional (IGP) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe redundant, outdated, and trivial data?

Digital R.O.T. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Legal department spend a lot of money in discovery?

Because they had to distinguish relevant content from duplicative materials Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of centralizing information assets for management?

It enables employees to work at their personal best Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's analogy between the yoga studio and the office?

Both involve a desire to distinguish oneself as more important Signup and view all the answers

What is the projected amount of data created, received, and stored globally by 2025?

180 ZT Signup and view all the answers

What motivates employees to maintain their own shadow repositories?

To keep up the image of being organized Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of designing and maintaining a centralized repository?

To reduce the growth of corporate data year over year Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme of the passage?

The challenges of implementing Information Governance Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's main concern about corporate information access?

That access to information should be based on title alone Signup and view all the answers

What is the problem with the current approach to data access in corporations?

It is based on predefined corporate structures and algorithms Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's idea of the ideal approach to Information Governance?

A relational discipline that discovers qualities that data sets have in common Signup and view all the answers

What is the lesson learned from the executive's decision to limit data flow in the department?

That access to information should be based on genuine business need Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's main point about the young yogi from Kochi?

That he moves seamlessly through different roles without regard to how his work relates to others Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's view on the role of algorithms in data access decisions?

They are useful but should not be the only factor in determining access Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the executive's decision to limit data flow in the department?

General morale took a nosedive, important meetings fell off calendar, and coordination among roles greatly suffered Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's view on the role of administrators and stewards in data access decisions?

They should be given more time to understand the context of the work and how end-users are expected to contribute to it Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's main point about Information Governance?

It is a relational discipline that discovers qualities that data sets have in common Signup and view all the answers

What does the author believe is a common occurrence due to the rigid structure of most companies?

An inability to effectively address the needs of diverse stakeholders due to siloed decision-making Signup and view all the answers

Based on the analogy between yoga and Information Governance (IG), what does the 'late-coming yogi' represent in the context of IG?

A new IG program that needs other functions to make room for it within the organization Signup and view all the answers

What does the author suggest is a key benefit of integrating Information Governance (IG) into existing data security programs?

It enhances data security by providing a comprehensive view of data assets, their usage, and protection levels Signup and view all the answers

According to the author, what is the essential element that allows for the successful implementation of Information Governance (IG)?

A collaborative environment where different functions are willing to make room for IG initiatives Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best reflects the author's perspective on the relationship between Information Governance (IG) and data security?

Data security is a critical component of IG, but IG goes beyond data security to address broader data management concerns Signup and view all the answers

The author uses the analogy of a 'living data map' to illustrate what aspect of Information Governance (IG)?

The dynamic nature of IG, which requires continuous adaptation to changing data needs Signup and view all the answers

What does the author suggest is the primary responsibility of Information Governance Professionals (IGPs)?

To build relationships with stakeholders across different functions and collaborate on data governance initiatives Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's main message regarding the practice of Information Governance (IG)?

IG is a crucial function that can enhance data security, improve data quality, and support business objectives Signup and view all the answers

What analogy does the author use to describe the individual's role in Information Governance (IG)?

A yoga mat that provides guidance and support during practice Signup and view all the answers

What does the author suggest is the ultimate outcome of successful Information Governance (IG) practices?

A culture of data-driven decision-making that enhances organizational effectiveness Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Information Governance and Corporate Culture

The author, an IGP consultant, reflects on her 15 years of experience in information governance and how practices learned from yoga can be applied to her work.
IGPs must be principled, yet flexible, and prioritize patience, persistence, and respect for others to manage change and transitions.

Playing Different Roles at Different Times

The author recounts her experience practicing yoga in a remote self-sustainable community in India and learning from a young yogi who effortlessly moves between different roles without regard to hierarchy.
This agility is essential in information governance, where IGPs must seamlessly move between tasks and address data-related issues regardless of where they are found or who is impacted.

Access to Information

The author argues that access to information should be based on genuine business need, not title or position in the organizational chart.
Relying solely on algorithms to determine access to data can lead to permission request loops and unprotected shadow repositories.
Accurate decisions about data access require understanding the context of the work and the roles of individuals beyond their title.

Yoga is Not a Competition Sport

The author compares the competitive nature of some corporate cultures to the individual focus of yoga practice.
In both cases, comparing oneself to others can lead to unintended consequences, such as hoarding digital information to maintain a certain image.
Centralizing information assets for management can reduce data growth and free individuals to work at their personal best.

Making Space for Each Other

The author reflects on the importance of making space for others in the yoga studio and in the office.
IGPs should approach others with respect, define their role, and maximize internal structures thoughtfully built by others to build connections between data sets.

General Lessons

Patience, persistence, and respect for others are essential in managing change and transitions.
IGPs should prioritize understanding the context of work and the roles of individuals beyond their title.
Centralizing information assets for management can reduce data growth and free individuals to work at their personal best.
Collaboration and making space for others are crucial in building connections between data sets and achieving corporate governance initiatives.

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The connection between yoga practices and Information Governance, and how they can be applied to manage change and data in the corporate world. Learn how an IGP Consultant incorporates yoga techniques into their work.