Description
Information Governance programs don’t begin with technology or tools. They begin with clarity, leadership, and organizational alignment. This 90-minute session hosted by industry expert, Jason Stearns, provides a strong foundation for anyone involved in shaping or supporting an IG program.
Through a practical, accessible overview, participants will learn:
- What Information Governance is—and how it differs from Records Management, Data Governance, IT Governance, and other related disciplines.
- Why IG creates value across the organization through compliance, efficiency, and risk reduction.
- How the Information Governance Implementation Model (IGIM 2.1) provides a roadmap for assessing and maturing an IG program.
- How leadership—not just authority—drives IG success through vision, influence, and cross-functional collaboration.
- How IG leaders use charters, frameworks, communication plans, and governance structures to build organizational alignment.
Whether you are new to IG or expanding your leadership skillset, this session provides the strategic grounding and leadership insights needed to participate effectively in IG initiatives, or to guide them.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completing this session, attendees should be able to:
- Differentiate Information Governance from related disciplines such as Records Management, Data Governance, and IT Governance, and explain why IG is essential to organizational performance.
- Describe the purpose and structure of the Information Governance Implementation Model (IGIM) and identify how it guides IG planning and maturity assessment.
- Identify the leadership traits, behaviors, and cross-functional responsibilities that enable effective Information Governance programs.
- Explain the distinct roles of Business Units, Legal, IT, and Compliance in an IG program and recognize how IG leaders coordinate alignment across these functions.
- Interpret foundational IG leadership metrics and explain how these metrics communicate progress, build executive support, and sustain program momentum.
ABOUT
Format
On Demand Webinar
Language
English
Year Published
2026
Credits
1.5 IGP-BUSINESS
About this Series
This session is part of ARMA’s IG Mastery Webinar Series, a collection of SME-led overviews that introduce each unit of the upcoming IG Mastery Course, launching mid-2026. Each webinar highlights the most important concepts, frameworks, and practical insights from its unit, offering a high-value preview for anyone interested in strengthening their IG knowledge.You may purchase individual webinars or the full series as a discounted bundle.
