Frequently Asked Questions

Information Governance (IG) refers to the overarching strategy for managing information risks, compliance, retention, access, and use across the enterprise. Information Management focuses more on organizing and maintaining information. IG aligns data handling with legal, regulatory, and business objectives.

Without a clear governance strategy, large document volumes can quickly become a liability—causing inefficiencies, legal risks, and non-compliance. IG enables structured control over data access, retention, security, and usage to support business agility and accountability.

While it is essential in regulated sectors, all organisations benefit from better control, security, and structure in managing data lifecycles. Good governance supports operational efficiency, reduces risks, and enhances decision-making.