Infogov Hot Seat

In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews John Montel, an associate chief information officer at the Department of the Interior, about his upcoming keynote at InfoCon 2024. They discuss the challenges of electronic records management, the importance of networking at the conference, and the future of email and information management in the federal government. Montel emphasizes the need for co...

In this conversation, Jim Merrifield hosts Phil Plait and Mike Salvarezza to discuss the upcoming Infocon 2024 conference in Houston. They delve into the evolution of data management in astronomy, the challenges of long-distance communication with space probes, and the significance of the conference for information professionals. Phil shares insights about his keynote presentation titled 'Download...

In this engaging conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Nate Hughes, CEO of ARMA International, discussing his background, the upcoming InfoCon 2024, and the importance of community and networking in the information management field. Nate shares his excitement for the conference, highlights the value of attending, and emphasizes the future initiatives ARMA is undertaking to support its members an...

In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield interviews Wendy McLain, an assistant professor of professional practice at Louisiana State University and a prominent figure in the records and information management field. Wendy shares her extensive background in various industries, her involvement with professional associations, and her recent experiences at the RIMPA conference in A...

In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield interviews Marla Crawford, General Counsel at Cimplifi. They discuss Marla's background, her experiences at ILTACon, and the importance of collaboration in the legal technology space, especially with the rise of AI. Marla shares insights from Corporate Legal Day, emphasizing career development and the ethical considerations surroundi...

In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Aaron Crews, Chief Innovation Officer at UnitedLex, about the role of AI in the legal industry. They discuss key takeaways from ILTACon, the importance of prompt engineering in AI, and the intersection of information governance (IG) and AI. Aaron emphasizes the need for lawyers to embrace AI tools and experiment with them to enhance their practice. H...

Shawn Curran, CEO of Jylo, shares his background and experience in the technology and legal industry. He discusses the dominance of AI in the industry and the importance of moving quickly to capture the market. Shawn also talks about his experience at ILTACon and the positive reaction to Jylo's debut. He shares his key takeaways from the event, including the increasing focus on AI and the need...

Julia Montgomery, a Legal Tech veteran, shares her experiences at ILTACon and highlights the prevalence of AI discussions. She emphasizes the need for change management in implementing AI tools and advises thorough vetting of vendors. Montgomery also notes the increasing importance of change management in the legal tech industry and the need to focus on the people side of technology implementation...

Colin Cahill, Senior Solutions Manager of Information Governance and Collaboration at InOutsource, shares his background and role in the information governance industry. He discusses the importance of information governance in the age of artificial intelligence and the shift towards managing information in place. He emphasizes the opportunities and challenges that come with disruption and accelera...

Tony McKenna, President of ILTA, discusses his role and what he's looking forward to at ILTACon24. He highlights the importance of education, networking, and working with global vendors in the legal sector. McKenna mentions the keynote speeches, G100 and G200 sessions, and the diverse range of vendors and startups at ILTACon. He also emphasizes the value of connecting with peers and business p...

Litera recently acquired FileTrail, which supports Litera's mission of amplifying the impact of every attorney within their firm or corporate legal department. The acquisition brings comprehensive records management, governance, and matter mobility capabilities to Litera's portfolio, equipping law firms and legal departments with essential tools for greater efficiency and precision. The ac...

In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Tony Forde, the founder and CEO of FIT (Future in Tech). They discuss FIT's key differentiator in the market, which is their modular approach to selling governance software. Tony also highlights some of the specific features of their product, including a unique approach to mobility and a new build of their office product. They talk about their up...

In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Liz Salsedo about the intersection of knowledge management (KM) and information governance (IG) in leveraging AI. They discuss the importance of teamwork and collaboration between KM and IG professionals to effectively leverage AI while ensuring security. They also highlight the benefits of strong information governance practices in mitigating challe...

Marshall Commons, a sales professional at Corodata, shares his journey in the information governance and records management industry. He started in household goods sales but transitioned to record storage in 2008. Marshall got involved with ARMA and became a programs director, connecting with industry experts and organizing events. He later became a chair of the advisors and played a key role in o...

In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Faron Lyons from BlackBerry about his role in the legal industry and his insights on data protection and security. Faron shares his experience with digital rights management (DRM) and data loss prevention (DLP) technologies. He emphasizes the importance of classification and proactive protection of content to prevent breaches and exfiltrations. Faron...

Kaan Volkan discusses his entry into the information governance industry and the importance of managing data in place. He explains the three categories of in-place data management solutions and the challenges they address. Kaan also shares his use of AI tools for transcription, background editing, and content recommendations. He emphasizes the value of authentic and human-driven content. Overall,...

Michael Potters, founder of Glenmont Group, discusses his background and the current hiring landscape in the information governance field. He emphasizes the importance of standing out in a competitive market and offers advice on how to do so, including utilizing LinkedIn effectively and developing expertise in data science and AI. Potters also highlights the impact of remote work on recruitment an...

In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Jordan Uytterhagen from Cadence Solutions. They discuss Jordan's role, his upcoming family trip, and their experiences at the ARMA Canada Conference. They also talk about the partnership between ARMA and Cadence Solutions, which offers training on Microsoft Purview in records management, e-discovery, and data loss prevention. The conversation hig...

Tom Preece, Director of Information Governance Solutions at Rational Enterprise, discusses how their solution ensures compliance with data protection regulations such as GDPR and CCPA. He explains the importance of knowing what data an organization has and why it's there, and how their tool allows organizations to interview the data itself to understand its purpose and origin. Preece also high...

In this conversation, Trevor Banks discusses his role in the Government of Canada and the upcoming ARMA Canada Conference. He highlights the importance of community and the need to redefine the information management community in the digital age. Trevor also previews his sessions at the conference, focusing on organizational design and the discussion around information governance versus IG. He emp...

Join us at the ARMA Canada Conference to discover the latest in AI and Data Governance. Learn from experts in the field and stay ahead of the curve! In this video, Shelly Smith, the records and information management coordinator for the City of Winnipeg, shares insights about the upcoming ARMA Canada Conference in Calgary. She discusses the diverse educational sessions planned for the conference,...

Cat Casey, the Chief Growth Officer at Reveal, discusses the growing acceptance and adoption of AI in the legal industry. She highlights the shift in attitudes towards AI since the introduction of ChatGPT and generative AI, which has made AI more accessible and less intimidating. Cat emphasizes the importance of embracing AI and learning new skills to stay ahead in the AI revolution. She also ment...

In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield interviews Mike Salvarezza about the upcoming InfoNext conference. Mike provides an introduction to his role and background in information governance and shares a fun fact about being an underwater photographer. The primary objectives and themes of the InfoNext conference are discussed, including the focus on legal, operational, and tech...

In this conversation, Jacqueline Stockwell from Leadership Through Data discusses Microsoft 365 training programs, measurable improvements in productivity, interactive learning methods, and the use of Microsoft Copilot and AI technology. She emphasizes the importance of tailoring training programs to meet specific needs, using interactive platforms and gamification to engage learners, and incorpor...

Chuck Barth, Director of Information Governance at Shepard Mullen Richter & Hampton, discusses the Law Firm Information Governance Symposium (LFIGS) and his involvement with the group. LFIGS focuses on bringing together experienced legal industry IG leaders to share knowledge and contribute to community papers. The group meets regularly to discuss relevant topics such as data governance, matte...